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Managing Director, US Head of Benefits

KPMG
life insurance, 401(k), 403(b)
United States, Connecticut, Hartford
755 Main Street (Show on map)
Jun 04, 2025
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team. KPMG is currently seeking a US Head of Benefits to join ourTalent & Culture, Total Rewards organization. Responsibilities: Responsible for the US firm's benefits and wellbeing strategy, plans, programs and activities; scope includes all health and welfare, pension and wealth management and wellness programs Ensure that the firm's benefits and wellbeing processes, plans, programs and tools are world class, competitive, cost effective and most importantly, support business strategy, enhance organizational capability and foster partner and employee engagement Engage in new initiatives to define the benefits and wellbeing opportunities at KPMG and secure commitment to the firm's mission and values; contribute ideas and lessons learned in prior experience in driving large-scale change and enhancing employee excellence through total rewards and human capital strategies Continuously assess status of the firm's various benefits and wellbeing plans, programs, processes, tools, in-source/outsource strategies and communication, including initiatives to determine market competitiveness, ease of administration, cost containment and alignment with business strategy Establish and uphold credibility and demonstrate ability to add value with senior business leaders at all levels, up through key Board committees through demonstrating an understanding of their business challenges and through sharing relevant solutions and opportunities for benefits and wellbeing effectiveness Qualifications: Minimum ten years of recent experience, with at least three years in a similar leadership role; professional services firm experience preferred; working knowledge and experience with regulations and statutes that govern benefit plan design, implementation and communications including: FLMA, OSHA, ADA, IRS Sections 125, 401(k), 403(b) as they pertain to retirement and pension plan design, Medicare, Social Security, COBRA, HIPPA and ERISA Bachelor's Degree from accredited university or college; advanced degree (MBA, JD, HR, Behavioral Science) and/or benefits, pension, and well-being certifications (such as CEBs, GBA, CBF, CWP, CPC or SHRM) preferred Proven track record of successfully designing, implementing, communicating and operationalizing creative, world-class benefits and wellbeing programs and effective delivery systems that have a clear impact on the performance of a large organization and enhance the firm's ability to attract, develop and retain world class talent Experience overseeing and leading all aspects of benefits and wellbeing, including a proven record of installing/overseeing contemporary and cost-effective programs; experience preferably includes all aspects of benefits including retirement/pension, health & welfare and wellbeing Understanding of business strategies, competitive challenges and the financial impact of HR decisions; strategic thinking and decision-making skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a customer-focused mindset are essential; strong affinity for detail, data and behavioral design; possesses significant experience leveraging data and analytics, benefits program value realization and user experience listening methods to foresee trends and respond to program improvement opportunities Capability, energy, experience, business acumen and outlook to play a true leadership and business partner role at the executive team and Board levels; good understanding of corporate governance practices and processes; integrity and the executive presence to address senior-level interpersonal relationships and sensitive personnel issues is critical KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, the firm is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year the firm publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides two firmwide breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at "Benefits & How We Work". Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA: https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=4077_9_25 KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please. KPMG does not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 in order to go to KPMG offices, client sites or KPMG events, except when mandated by federal, state or local law. In some circumstances, clients also may require proof of vaccination or testing (e.g., to go to the client site). KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them. Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.