Role: Interim EMEA Benefits Specialist

Location: London (Hybrid working)

Contract Type: Temp to Perm

Start Date: Immediate / Flexible

We’re working closely with a global Financial Services client to recruit an experienced EMEA Benefits Manager into their high-performing People team. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of regional benefits operations while contributing to broader wellbeing and employee experience strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and administer UK and EMEA benefit programmes, acting as primary point of contact for employees and external consultants
• Lead benefits delivery and policy updates across jurisdictions, including maternity/paternity, medical schemes, risk benefits, and regional pensions
• Drive benefit renewals, liaising with brokers, legal counsel, payroll and HR teams to ensure smooth execution and policy compliance
• Own and update all benefits communication materials — intranet pages, handbooks, onboarding content, and internal newsletters
• Partner with Payroll teams to manage joiners, leavers, auto-enrolment, salary changes, and deductions
• Deliver benefits inductions for new joiners and facilitate ongoing training and education around wellbeing and entitlements
• Lead budget tracking across EMEA and support global reporting cycles
• Act as a key representative on the UK Pensions Governance Committee and Wellbeing Taskforce, driving strategic enhancements and coordinating wellness activities
• Contribute to the global benefits strategy by identifying process improvements, assessing market trends, and proposing enhancements to the employee experience

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience managing EMEA and UK benefits programs, ideally within global corporate environment
• Strong understanding of regional statutory requirements and market trends across healthcare, pensions, and wellbeing
• Skilled communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders across HR, payroll, legal, and technology teams
• Organised and proactive, with a track record of independently leading projects and resolving complex queries

This is a high-impact interim role offering autonomy, flexibility, and the chance to make a measurable contribution to a growing HR function. If you’re available for day-rate contracts and bring regional benefits expertise, we’d love to hear from you.