Senior Global Benefits Manager

Global Strategy Execution

Evolve and execute DO’s global benefits strategy to provide market-competitive offerings (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, Retirement, Perks, and Wellness) that attract and retain top talent.

Financial Modeling and Analytics

Perform regular utilization and cost analyses to proactively manage healthcare spend and ensure optimal fiscal discipline; build predictive financial benefits models to provide data-guided recommendations to leadership during annual budgeting cycles.

Vendor and Broker Management

Partner with international brokers and vendors to negotiate competitive renewals, establish strong service level agreements, stay ahead of emerging global trends, and maintain high compliance standards.

Leaves & Accommodations

Optimize global leave of absence and accommodation management by automating workflows and partnering with third-party administrators to navigate complex local leave laws seamlessly.

Open Enrollment and Communication

Lead global open enrollment strategies and communication campaigns to maximize plan literacy, deliver seamless sign-up experiences, and drive high employee engagement.

Cross-Functional Compliance

Collaborate with Legal, Payroll, and Finance teams to maintain rigorous compliance with evolving international labor laws, and statutory benefits, and reporting requirements.

Global Expertise

8+ years of progressive benefits experience within global, fast-scaling, publicly traded tech companies, with specific expertise across the US, Canada, Europe, India, and Pakistan.

Financial Acumen

Proven ability to manage multi-million dollar benefits budgets, evaluate medical funding arrangements (including transitioning from fully insured to self-funded models), and execute cost-containment strategies without sacrificing employee experience.

Advanced Analytical Skills

Expert command of Excel/Google Sheets (pivot tables, complex logic formulas, xlookup/vlookup, data modeling) with an uncompromising commitment to data integrity.

High Relational Intelligence

Exceptional communication skills with the ability to listen actively to diverse employee needs and translate complex plan mechanics into clear, empathetic narratives.

Proactive Mindset

A self-starting approach with a natural appetite for process efficiency, automation, and leaving programs better than you found them.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation (or progress toward it)
• Hands-on experience with Workday

Compensation Range

$116,000 - $145,000

This is a remote role

JR: 2026-8069

Why You’ll Like Working for DigitalOcean

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• We care about your well-being.
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