Global Benefits Specialist

Sum Up is seeking an experienced Global Benefits Specialist to join the Sum Up team in the Sofia office.

You will support the Global Benefits & Mobility Lead as part of the overall Total Reward team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication, project and stakeholder management skills, as well as a collaborative mindset.

The Benefits Specialist is focused on benchmarking, identifying gaps in our offering and implementing comprehensive benefits packages (health, retirement, wellness) across all countries aligned with the overall Benefits Philosophy.

• Administering and managing benefit programs:
  Overseeing the daily operations of various benefit plans, including health insurance, retirement plans, disability, and leave programs.
• Communicating benefits to employees:
  Explaining benefit plans, conducting orientations and open enrollment sessions, and developing communication materials to improve employee understanding.
• Resolving employee issues:
  Addressing inquiries and concerns related to benefits, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Ensuring compliance:
  Staying current with federal and state regulations regarding benefits and ensuring adherence to those regulations.
• Collaborating with vendors and brokers:
  Working with insurance providers, benefit administrators, and other external parties to manage benefits offerings.
• Analyzing and reporting:
  Evaluating benefits program effectiveness, analyzing utilization data, and preparing reports for management.
• Researching and recommending:
  Staying informed about market trends, researching new benefits options, and recommending changes to enhance the overall program.
• Designing new programs:
  Assisting in the development of new benefits programs to meet evolving employee needs and organizational goals.

• You have experience building a benefits portfolio across multiple countries.
• You are skilled at project management and benefits implementation.
• You have a solid understanding of benefits regulatory requirements and compliance across multiple countries.
• You strive for efficient, effective and transparent processes.
• You care deeply about the employee experience and employee communication.
• You enjoy collaborating with cross‑functional teams, and take ownership of your work.

• Range to be determined based on hiring location.
• Compensation will be finalized based on the candidate’s experience.

• Opportunity to work with Sum Uppers globally on large-scale fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our modern Sofia office. This involves an office-first setup.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: be part of a workplace that values and promotes diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone's perspectives are respected and embraced.
• A dedicated annual L&D budget of €2000 and 10 paid days of educational leave, which can be used to attend conferences and/or advance your career.
• Generous time off: 25 days of paid leave, plus one extra day per year of service (up to 35), along with public holidays and special leave options.
• Peace of mind: additional health insurance and life insurance.
• Stay active:
  
  on‑site yoga and a co‑sponsored Multisport card offering access to hundreds of sports facilities.
• Meal support: benefit from a tax‑free food voucher programme plus flexibility via our Re:
  
  Benefits platform.
• Easy commute: free shuttle buses connecting directly to Joliot‑Curie metro station.
• Break4me: 1-month sabbatical after 3 years of service.
• Referral Bonus: earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the Sum Up team.

Sum Up is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that proudly pursues and hires a diverse workforce. Sum Up does not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by company policy.

Sum Up also strives for a healthy and safe workplace and strictly prohibits harassment of any kind.

Sum Up will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate.