PTC
International Benefits Director
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Our world is transforming, and PTC is leading the way. Our software brings the physical and digital worlds together, enabling companies to improve operations, create better products, and empower people in all aspects of their business.
Our people make all the difference in our success. Today, we are a global team of nearly 7,000 and our main objective is to create opportunities for our team members to explore, learn, and grow – all while seeing their ideas come to life and celebrating the differences that make us who we are and the work we do possible.
Remote UK
Director level reporting to SVP, Total Rewards
Position Summary
The Director, International Benefits is responsible for the strategy, design, governance, implementation, and ongoing management of employee benefits programs across multiple countries and regions. This role ensures that global benefits offerings are competitive, compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with the organization's Total Rewards philosophy, business objectives, and employee value proposition.
The Director will partner closely with HR, Finance, Legal, Payroll, Procurement, and external vendors to develop and administer benefits programs that support employee well-being while balancing regulatory requirements and financial stewardship. The role requires deep expertise in global benefits practices, strong project management capabilities, and the ability to influence stakeholders across diverse markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Global Benefits Strategy & Design
- Develop and execute the organization's international benefits strategy in alignment with Total Rewards objectives and business priorities
- Evaluate and enhance benefits programs across international markets in all countries with PTC employees except US and Canada
- Lead relationships with global benefits consultants, brokers, insurers, and third-party administrators
- Conduct regular market assessments to ensure competitiveness and alignment with local labor market practices
- Establish benefits governance frameworks, guiding principles, and program standards across regions.
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Budget and Cost Management
- Manage international benefits budgets and monitor program costs and utilization trends.
- Develop any financial analyses, business cases, and recommendations for leadership decision-making.
- Develop recommendations for harmonization and optimization opportunities while maintaining compliance with local market requirements.
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Program Delivery and Administration
- Oversee the delivery and administration of international benefits programs, including any healthcare, life/disability insurance, retirement/pension programs, well-being initiatives, ESPP, and any other benefit related offerings
- Ensure effective management of broker as well as annual renewals and ongoing program administration.
- Negotiate vendor contracts and renewal terms to optimize value and service quality.
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Process Improvements and Operational Efficiencies
- Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies within global benefits programs partnering with HR, Finance, Payroll, and Legal.
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Compliance and Audit Support
- Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and statutory benefit requirements across all countries of operation.
- Support internal and external audits related to benefits programs.
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Mergers and Acquisitions Support
- Support due diligence and integration activities related to acquisitions and divestitures.
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Project Management
- Lead global benefits projects, including new program implementations, vendor transitions, and system enhancements.
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Technology and Reporting
- Partner with HRIS and Payroll teams to improve benefits administration processes and reporting capabilities.
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Stakeholder Management
- Build strong partnerships with regional HR leaders, HR Business Partners, Finance, Legal, and executive stakeholders.
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Team Leadership
- Lead and develop benefits team members.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
- 10+ years of progressive Total Rewards or Benefits experience, including substantial international benefits expertise.
- Deep knowledge of employee benefits practices across multiple global regions, particularly EMEA and APAC with experience managing global brokers, consultants, insurers, and third-party administrators.
- Strong understanding of international regulatory and compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated experience developing global benefits strategies and leading complex cross-functional initiatives.
- Strong analytical, financial, and vendor management skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Experience with Workday is a plus.
Life at PTC is about more than working with today’s most cutting-edge technologies to transform the physical world. It’s about showing up as you are and working alongside some of today’s most talented industry leaders to transform the world around you.
If you share our passion for problem-solving through innovation, you’ll likely become just as passionate about the PTC experience as we are. Are you ready to explore your next career move with us?
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