Head of Health and Wellbeing

About KPMG

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It’s also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it’s no wonder we’re consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair
360 and others.

If you’re as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.

KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Director, Head of US Health, Welfare and Well-Being Benefits to join our Talent and Culture organization.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive US health, welfare and well‑being benefits strategy that supports employee and partner engagement, retention, and overall organizational performance; monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to ensure programs remain competitive and compliant.
• Oversee health & welfare and well‑being program operations (including mental health and caregiver resources), as well as vendor selection and management; drive initiatives that enhance employee experience, such as digital health solutions, preventive care programs, and mental health resources; ensure programs are inclusive and accessible to a diverse workforce.
• Manage multi‑million‑dollar benefits budgets, ensuring cost optimization without compromising quality; partner with Finance and Actuarial teams to forecast costs and analyze ROI for health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Maintain robust governance processes for plan administration and audits, ensure adherence to federal and state regulations, and provide guidance and related policies.
• Collaborate with other Talent & Culture teams and business leaders to integrate well‑being into the broader employee value proposition; serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on health trends and workforce wellbeing.
• Lead and develop a high‑performing team of benefits professionals; foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Act with integrity and professionalism to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment.

• Minimum ten years of progressive experience in benefits strategy and administration, with at least five years in a senior leadership role.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university; or at least fifteen years of equivalent experience.
• Deep knowledge of US health and welfare strategy, regulations, market trends, and vendor landscape; experience driving wellbeing initiatives that improve employee health outcomes and engagement.
• Proven ability to manage large budgets and complex vendor relationships.
Strong analytical, innovative, communication, and influencing skills; strategic thinker with a passion for employee wellbeing and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H‑1B, L‑1, TN, O‑1, E‑3, H‑1B1, F‑1, J‑1, OPT, CPT or any other employment‑based visa).

KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“KPMG”) complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant’s skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle.

Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits to support…