- Location
- IRL- Pfizer Shared Services; IRL - Dublin, DTC, Ireland
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Human Resources
- Seniority
- Director
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Education
- PhD
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
Use Your Power for Purpose
As the Director of Benefits within the People Experience division, you will play a crucial role in advancing our benefits programs. Your efforts will ensure Pfizer colleagues receive the support they need to excel, ultimately contributing to Pfizer's mission delivering breakthroughs that change patients' lives. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both our workforce and the broader community we serve.
What You Will Achieve
In this role, you will:
- Develop and execute benefits and related communications strategies
- Develop and lead/co-lead highly complex projects, creating mid-term plans that impact results.
- Leverage relationships to meet the needs of Global Business Unit/Global Operating Unit or Sub Business Unit/Sub Operating Unit, serving as an advisor to others.
- Make decisions in complex problems, identify innovative solutions, and recommend courses of action impacting the Global Business Unit/Global Operating Unit or Sub Business Unit/Sub Operating Unit.
- Influence management and senior staff decisions, supporting the resolution of complex problems.
- Act independently on self-initiated projects, leveraging knowledge from others and exercising judgment in complex decisions within the Global Business Unit/Global Operating Unit or Sub Business Unit/Sub Operating Unit.
- Review work for effectiveness and business impact, and evaluate the contributions of other colleagues.
- Exercise foresight and judgment utilizing knowledge and experience within the Global Business Unit/Global Operating Unit or Sub Business Unit/Sub Operating Unit.
- Manage Direct reports, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies in all benefits programs.
- Serve as an advisor to others, leveraging relationships to meet the needs of the organization.
Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
- BA/BS with at least 8 years of experience or MBA/MS with at least 7 years of experience or PhD/JD with at least 5 years of experience or MD/DVM with at least 4 years of experience
- Extensive knowledge of employee benefits programs and regulations
- Proven experience in project management and leading complex initiatives
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to influence and collaborate with senior management and stakeholders
- Experience in managing direct reports and developing talent
- Proficiency in benefits administration systems
- Strong organizational and time management skills
Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements):
- Advanced degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- Certification in benefits or HR (e.g., CEBS, PHR, SPHR)
- Experience in a global or multinational organization
- Knowledge of global benefits trends and best practices
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
- Ability to adapt to changing business needs and priorities
- Excellent leadership and team-building skills
- Strong strategic thinking and planning abilities
- Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use
Make a difference today! All suitable candidates should apply through the link with CV provided. We are looking forward to hearing from you!
In order to be considered for this position you need to be legally eligible to work in the EU.
Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.
Due to the high volume of applications we will be contacting successful candidates only.
Closing deadline for applications is October 25th.
Additional Information
In order to be considered for this position in Ireland you need to be legally eligible to work in Ireland.
Please note there is no relocation support available for this position
How to apply
Make a difference today, all suitable candidates should apply with CV below. We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Purpose
Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.
Digital Transformation Strategy
One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.
Disability Inclusion
Our mission is unleashing the power of all our people and we are proud to be a disability inclusive employer, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all candidates. We encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments to support your application and future career. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!
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People Experience