Director​/Senior Manager Wellness

Director/Senior Manager, Benefits & Wellness

Cvent is seeking a Director/Senior Manager, Benefits & Wellness to lead strategic oversight, operational excellence, and continuous improvement of global benefits and wellness programs. The role partners with cross-functional stakeholders and serves as a subject matter expert on US and international benefits, wellness initiatives, and regulatory compliance. The role leads a team of HR professionals and contributes individually on programs that enhance employee experience, support organizational growth, and minimize corporate risk.

Overview

Cvent is a leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider with more than 4,800 employees and ~22,000 customers worldwide, including 53% of the Fortune 500. Founded in 1999, Cvent delivers a comprehensive event marketing and management platform for marketers and event professionals and offers software solutions to hotels, special event venues and destinations to help them grow their group/MICE and corporate travel business.

Our technology brings millions of people together at events around the world. We’re transforming the meetings and events industry through innovative technology that powers the human connection. The DNA of Cvent is our people, with a culture that fosters intrapreneurship, embraces risk, and empowers action. We value diverse perspectives and celebrate differences to build shared connections.

In This Role, You Will

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the design, implementation, and administration of global benefits and wellness programs—including health, retirement, life, disability, voluntary benefits, and holistic well-being initiatives—ensuring programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with Cvent’s values
• Lead the global benefits team, fostering a culture of operational excellence, collaboration, and professional growth. Set clear goals, provide coaching, and ensure accountability for high-quality service delivery
• Develop and execute comprehensive wellness strategies addressing physical, mental, and financial well-being across the organization
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external vendors, brokers, and consultants. Manage performance and ensure service excellence and cost-effectiveness
• Apply knowledge of Workday and other systems to optimize benefits administration, leave administration, payroll reconciliation, and reporting requirements
• Lead benefits communications and education initiatives, ensuring employees and managers are well-informed and empowered to maximize their benefits and wellness resources
• Support M&A activities, due diligence, and integration of benefits programs for acquired entities, ensuring a smooth transition and consistent employee experience
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations in each country of operation, proactively managing risk and maintaining robust governance practices
• Partner with Employee Resource Group leaders on benefits, engagement and wellness initiatives supporting employees while aligning organizational goals

What You Need

• 8-12+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with a focus on global benefits and wellness. Demonstrated experience leading teams
• Proven track record of driving operational excellence, process improvement, and high-impact employee experience initiatives
• Strong project management skills to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives and deliver results in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills with executive presence
• Experience with HRIS/Workday and benefits administration platforms preferred
• Demonstrated ability to balance team leadership with hands-on management of key projects
• Bachelor’s degree required; HRCI or CBP certification preferred
• Past international experience is helpful

Physical Demands

We are not able to offer sponsorship for this position

• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Human Resources
• Industries:
  Software Development

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