Benefits Manager, EMEA

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human<br><br></strong>Identity is the key to unlocking the potential of AI. Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace this new era. This work requires a relentless drive to solve complex challenges with real-world stakes. We are looking for builders and owners who operate with speed and urgency and execute with excellence.<br><br>This is an opportunity to do career-defining work. We're all in on this mission. If you are too, let's talk.</p></div><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p> <p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>EMEA Benefits Manager</strong> to oversee and optimize our regional benefit programs. Based in Dublin and reporting to our US-based leadership, you will lead the implementation, day-to-day administration, and compliance of Okta's Total Rewards offerings across the EMEA region.</p> <p>The ideal candidate is a data-driven problem solver with strong business acumen, capable of translating complex data into financial projections and actionable strategy. You must be an execution-focused leader who excels at managing multiple deadlines, building cross-functional relationships, and influencing stakeholders at all levels of a global, matrixed organization.</p> <h3><strong>What you’ll be doing</strong></h3> <ul> <li><strong>Deep Regional Expertise:</strong> Serve as the subject matter expert for complex, region-specific programs, particularly focusing on pension governance, healthcare trusts, and employee councils across EMEA.</li> <li><strong>Vendor Procurement &amp; Governance:</strong> Own the full vendor lifecycle for regional insurance carriers, brokers, and third-party administrators. Lead comprehensive onboarding, overseeing contract negotiations, security protocols, and data privacy reviews, while driving ongoing accountability through SLAs and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs).</li> <li><strong>Strategic Administration &amp; Integration:</strong> Manage the end-to-end administration of health, retirement, and wellbeing initiatives. Drive seamless data exchange between vendors, payroll, and internal HR platforms to minimize administrative friction and maximize data integrity.</li> <li><strong>Compliance, Risk &amp; Benchmarking:</strong> Proactively monitor the EMEA regulatory landscape and conduct regular audits to ensure strict compliance with local laws. Conduct regional market research to ensure offerings remain highly competitive.</li> <li><strong>Cross-Functional Partnership:</strong> Partner closely with EMEA Payroll, People Operations (POPS), Finance, and Legal to ensure flawless program de