Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic, and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

The Automotive group sector comprises technologies for passive safety, brake, chassis, motion and motion control systems. Innovative solutions for assisted and automated driving, display, and operating technologies, as well as audio and camera solutions for the vehicle interior, are also part of the portfolio, as is intelligent information and communication technology for the mobility services of fleet operators and commercial vehicle manufacturers. Comprehensive activities relating to connectivity technologies, vehicle electronics, and high-performance computers round off the range of products and services.

Are you ready to shape the future with us?  

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

The Head of Benefits for Continental Automotive, US will be responsible for the design and development of competitive health and welfare programs, defined contribution and defined benefits programs and strategies including implementation of plan changes, amendments and annual activities (i.e. Annual Enrollment).

Specific responsibilities would include:

• Manage vendor partner relationships and work closely with consulting partner regarding renewals, RFP’s, strategy, and regulatory changes.
• Work with auditors, actuaries, and advisers with reoccurring reporting requirements, audits and annual filings.
• Counsels business leaders, managers and employees regarding health and welfare programs, defined contribution and defined benefit programs.
• Work in collaboration with HR Operations, Payroll and HR IT in regards to the setup and sharing of data for Benefit Platforms and management of employee benefit deductions. 

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor's Degree
• At least 7 years of experience in managing US Benefits or outsourcing/consulting experience to include direct Benefits experience.
• Strong communication and presentations skills- ability to develop materials and present ideas/recommendations at all levels within the organization to gain approval of programs/process changes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, and Excel
• Project management experience
• Strong analytical skills to include spreadsheet development and basic financial modeling.
• SAP experience preferred

THE PERKS  

• Immediate Benefits  

• Robust Total Rewards Package  

• Paid Time Off  

• Volunteer Time Off  

• Tuition Assistance  

• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts  

• Competitive Bonus Programs  

• Employes 401k Match  

• Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20+ Employee Resource Groups.  

• Hybrid Work   

• Employee Assistance Program  

• Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional  development

• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!  

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [email protected] or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

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