Job Description:

Remitly’s vision is to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders. Since 2011, we have been tirelessly delivering on our promises to people who send money around the world. Today, we are reimagining global financial services and building products that extend beyond traditional barriers to give customers access to more of the services they need, no matter where they call home. Join over 2,700 employees worldwide who are growing their careers with purpose and connection with our customers while having a positive impact on millions of people around the globe.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Director of Global Benefits, the Benefits Manager is a key member of the team; assisting with the administration and communication of U.S. and Canada benefit plans. You will serve as the lead for our welfare and financial benefits including life & accident insurance, leave of absence & disability programs. And you will support the administration of 401k and pension plans. Your commitment and focus on details, together with a passion for process enhancement & continuous improvement will be essential for success in this role.

You Will:

• Serve as the U.S. and Canada benefits liaison, responding to inquiries from employees, managers, and the People Team.
• Partner with our vendors, brokers, and cross-functional teams including Payroll, HRIS, People Team, Legal, Procurement, IT Security and Finance to ensure smooth operation of our benefit programs.
• Be the lead for U.S. & Canada Leave of Absence, providing oversight of the third-party administrators, ensuring data accuracy, resolving escalation and leading process improvement.
• Support operation of the 401k plan including annual non-discrimination testing, audit and true up.
• Support benefits administration including new hire enrollments, life events and annual open enrollment.
• Assist with compliance efforts related to employee benefits, including ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, HIPAA).
• Identify, assess, and analyze gaps and deficiencies in our current offerings and administration processes, and make recommendations for improvements.

You Have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in benefits administration.
• In-depth understanding of employee benefits, including leave of absence and retirement programs, and regulations governing benefits.
• Proficiency in HRIS system and benefits administration software. Workday experience highly preferred.
• A proven track record of thriving in high-tech environment and successfully managing complex projects.

Compensation Details. The starting base salary range for this position is typically $88,000-$105,000. In the U.S., Remitly employees are shareholders in our Company and equity is part of our total compensation plan. Your recruiter can share more information about medical benefits offered, as well as other financial benefits and total compensation components offered with this role.

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Our Benefits:

• Flexible paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision + 401k plan with company matching
• Paid parental, medical, military and family care leave
• Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Continuing education and travel benefits

We are committed to nondiscrimination across our global organization and in all of our business operations. Employment is determined based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including a woman’s potential to get pregnant, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability (including the use of a trained dog guide or service animal), HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.

Remitly is an E-Verify Employer

Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.