Benefits Operations Specialist (M/F/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our Total Rewards Services team, composed of 9 people, is integrated in the GBS Human Resources department and focuses on providing Total Rewards Services and delivering the operations and employee support on: Global Mobility, Fleet, Benefits and other Total rewards services worldwide. The team works in collaboration with the HR Center of Expertise (CoE) which defines the Strategy and Policies for the Solvay Group, and with other HR Services teams (e.g. Payroll and People Services & Data).
• As a Benefits Operations Specialist, you will work on delivering benefits activities for several countries, propose improvement ideas for the processes and deliver solutions to the HR requests around benefits to support employees, managers and the HR family. You will get the opportunity to contribute to the high level benefits initiatives and have a positive impact on the business and employee experience.
• You will be accountable for:
  • Employee Support and Inclusion: Answer employee questions on benefits, ensure proper inclusion/exclusion in benefit programs, and provide instructions/integration with payroll.
  • Data Management and Integrity: Update databases with internal customer information, check data integrity/validity, and manage invoice reconciliation with benefits vendors.
  • Compliance and Audits: Contribute to compliance activities such as audits and support other total rewards services initiatives.
  • Process Improvement: Streamline HR activities by identifying opportunities for automation and harmonization, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Performance Monitoring: Monitor efficiency through clear SLAs and KPIs to measure success and identify further improvement opportunities.
• We offer a permanent contract based on a hybrid working mode.

About you

• Bachelor education degree in Human resources, Business Administration or equivalent.
• Relevant work experience in HR administration with experience managing benefits in multiple geographies.
• Relevant work experience working in an HR administration environment would be a plus.
• Communication and Language Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, fluent in English and Portuguese. Knowledge of Spanish is beneficial but not required.
• Analytical and Technical Proficiency: Good analytical skills, comfortable with data sets and Excel, and experience with HRIS systems (e.g., SuccessFactors, Workday).
• Compensation and Benefits Expertise: Knowledge of compensation and benefits programs with a strong customer service orientation.
• Behaviors:
  • Multitasking: Ability to manage several topics simultaneously.
  • Prioritization: Effectively prioritize tasks.
  • Problem-Solving: Critical thinking and creativity in finding solutions.

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the Brazil base pay reasonably expected for this role is R$ 8.100,00 to R$ 9.600,00 your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.