Expert - Benefits Administration

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we've announced the plan for Soft Bank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. Soft Bank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you'll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics-working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

This Position reports to:
Global Head of Performance & Rewards

ABB Robotics is amidst a critical and change-driven transitionary period and is looking for an HR professional with significant Benefits Administration background to be help build, grow, and establish a fresh perspective.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Performance & Reward in a global organization. You'll work with diverse teams across 40+ countries, influence strategic decisions, and help build a modern, data-driven total rewards function from the ground up. Main focus will be benefits administration in the United States and in Canada but with expanded scope across the company.

This role is open to remote candidates located with the US (#LI-Remote). Additionally if located around Auburn Hills, MI there would be opportunity to explore hybrid remote work environment.

• Administer and manage U.S. and Canadian pension and retirement plans, ensuring accurate enrollment, contributions, and compliance with plan rules and regulations.
• Serve as primary liaison with pension vendors and trustees, overseeing plan governance, audits, and annual filings. Coordinate monthly billing, payment processing, and reconciliation for benefit vendors.
• Partner with Payroll and HR Service Center teams to ensure seamless data integration, accurate reporting, and timely processing of contributions.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes in U.S. and Canadian benefits; implement updates to maintain compliance.
• Support global benefits administration initiatives, including harmonization of processes and vendor management across multiple countries.

• Minimum8 years of hands experience in independently administering employee benefit programs, including pension/retirement plans, compliance, vendor management, and employee communication.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and strong Excel/data analysis skills for reporting and audits.
• In-depth understanding of U.S. and Canadian pension and benefits regulations (ERISA, IRS, CRA, provincial laws). Familiarity with global benefits compliance is a plus.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across diverse geographies.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and supporting plan governance, including audits and filings.
• Knowledge of international benefits practices or willingness to learn and support global initiatives.
• Candidates must possess work authorization to work for ABB in the US.

We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You'll grow through hands‑on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn't just matter, it moves things forward.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and…