Director, Global Benefits

Director, Global BenefitsEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 240+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud environments. Our global platform allows customers to place infrastructure wherever they need it and connect it to everything they need to succeed.We are a fast-growing global company with 20 years of continuous growth. Through our innovative portfolio of high-performance products and services, we have created the largest, most active global ecosystem of 10,000+ companies, including 2,100 networks and 3,000+ cloud and IT service providers in 32 countries spanning six continents.  A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment. that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.Job SummaryThe Director, Global Benefits provides global (35 countries across LATAM, EMEA and APAC) benefits strategy and philosophy by building recognition of the value global benefits brings to Equinix multinational employees.  Collaborates with leadership across the organization to align with business requirements and Equinix culture.  Ensures effective and efficient operations for global benefits while mentoring, coaching, and developing the global benefits team.ResponsibilitiesDevelops, maintains and scales global benefits strategies while providing benefits that meet the varied needs of Equinix employees with mindfulness of local regulations, company culture, and business requirementsCreates, maintains, or exceeds a market competitive benefits program to help attract and retain talentDevelops communication tools and documents, to enhance understanding of the Company’s benefit plans and programsOrganize, create, and maintain standard operating procedures, including system and process documentationDrives effective communication of benefit strategies and programsWorks to deliver benefits and resources at Equinix that support the core commitments of, “I am safe, I belong and I matter”Builds benefit programs that are committed to ensuring the long-term success of our people, our organization, and our worldDevelops and manages cost-effective ways to attain and administer global benefit programs in locally relevant waysBuilds recognition for the value that global benefits bring to EquinixLeadership and oversight of benefit vendors (i.e. brokers, consultants, insurance carriers, record-keepers), trustees and other administrative and/or legislative agencies; evaluate and recommend outside business partners based on performance and value to support Equinix benefit requirementsQualificationsExperience in design and implementation of benefits programs across multiple geographiesProven, influential leadership and relationship building skillsAbility to work with other areas such as HR Business Partners, Finance, Communications, HR Shared Services and communicate in a way that is understandable to othersDemonstrated flexibility and efficient time management with the ability to prioritize workload with the ability to operate in a face-paced environment with competing prioritiesKnowledge of integrating benefits technology solutions with various HRIS, payroll, vendors and carrier systemsFlexible and comfortable to roll-up your sleeves, used to being hands-onExtraordinary communication skills - both oral and writtenTen (10) plus years of experience in benefits with a focus on building and managing business aligned benefit programs; preferably gained while working for a global, matrixed organization or equivalentStrong coaching, mentoring, and staff development skillsEquinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law. Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.