Director Global Benefits

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses.  We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.

The Role

Your role
As a global benefits leader, you will focus on strategy, design and governance for Kyndryl's employee benefit programs globally. You will partner closely with HR colleagues, finance, procurement, wellbeing, benefits administration teams, and external supplier partners to ensure benefit programs adhere to compliance, market relevance, financial sustainability. Developing and executing a strategic communication and engagement strategy for employees is a core principle of the role. Success in this role is measured by efficient governance, compliance, financial controls, and employee experience.

What you will do

• Set strategy for design, market position, and cost investment/ containment for all employee benefit programs globally
• Establish cadence with benefits delivery to ensure alignment, coaching and support
• Manage core supplier partnerships - such as GBM, US consulting, and others to ensure best in class service and timely execution of all deliverables
• Enhance employee experience to ensure awareness and easy of navigation for Kyndyrls benefit programs
• Harmonize and simply programs to enable consistency, and investment in market aligned programs
• Act as consultant and partner to country HRBP leaders in curating solutions to human capital needs

Who You Are

Required skills and experience
Experience in a benefits related role that included:

• overseeing programs for multiple countries across regions
• working in a high complex organization requiring collaboration across workstreams
• Employee communication and engagement campaigns
• Supplier management
• Manage multiple time sensitive, highly visible projects simultaneously
• Ability to make a decision while navigating ambiguity
• Coach, manage and lead a team

Preferred skills and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
• Experience supporting large-scale benefits transformation initiatives
• Expertise with leveraging external benefits providers or brokers
• Basic knowledge of other HR processes such as payroll, HCM or HR services

Being You

The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose.  We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.

From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.

We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.

We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.

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