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About the Role:
The Benefits Manager will serve as the strategic leader and subject matter expert for CrowdStrike's US and Canada retirement plans. This role encompasses design, implementation, compliance, and day-to-day management while partnering with HR Business Partners, Regional Senior Leaders, and employees to deliver exceptional retirement benefits.
What You'll Do:
Strategic Program Management
• Program Development: Evaluate and recommend retirement program enhancements to ensure competitive positioning, regulatory compliance, and alignment with CrowdStrike's benefits philosophy
• Market Intelligence: Monitor legislative changes, industry trends, and best practices; proactively recommend program modifications
• Stakeholder Communication: Effectively communicate benefit programs to employees and leadership to maximize understanding and appreciation
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships and contracts with retirement plan vendors, consultants, and service providers
Employee Education & Engagement
• Educational Program Development: Design and implement comprehensive employee education initiatives to ensure retirement programs are fully understood and appropriately valued
• Communication Strategy: Develop multi-channel communication strategies including webinars, workshops, written materials, and digital resources to enhance program awareness
• Financial Wellness: Partner with vendors and internal teams to deliver financial literacy and retirement planning education to employees
• Enrollment Support: Provide guidance and support during open enrollment periods and new hire onboarding to maximize participation and engagement
Operational Excellence
• Process Management: Ensure operational excellence through periodic audits and systematic quality controls between ADP payroll, plan recordkeeper, and Workday
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with HRIS, HR Business Partners, Legal, Payroll, and Finance teams to optimize system integration and program delivery
• Financial Management: Budget planning, cost tracking, and invoice approval to ensure timely vendor payments
• M&A Support: Provide retirement plan expertise for due diligence and lead integration activities
• Special Projects: Support ad-hoc initiatives and special projects as needed
US Retirement Plans
• 401(k) Plan Management: Lead design, compliance, and operations for the 401(k) Plan and Executive Deferred Compensation Plan
• Governance: Prepare materials and facilitate quarterly 401(k) Committee meetings
• Implementation: Execute approved plan, investment, and provider changes
• Compliance: Ensure regulatory compliance including plan document updates, annual nondiscrimination testing, Form 5500 filings, and audit coordination
Canada Retirement Plans
• RRSP/DPSP Management: Oversee plan design, compliance, and operations for the Canadian retirement programs
• Governance: Lead and maintain documentation of plan governance meetings, compliance and investment reviews with advisors and administrators
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to CAP guidelines, maintain current plan documents and member booklets, manage pension reporting requirements and ITA limits
What You'll Need:
Education & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive experience managing US and Canada retirement plans
• Technology industry experience preferred
• Professional certifications (CPA, CEBS, QPA, or similar) preferred
• Experience developing and delivering employee education programs
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions in the benefits context
• Knowledge of international benefits coordination and compliance
Technical Expertise
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of US ERISA, DOL, and IRC Section 409A regulations; proficiency with Canada CAP guidelines and Income Tax Act requirements
• Systems Proficiency: Workday HRIS experience preferred; strong benefits administration and recordkeeping system capabilities
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in data analysis, financial modeling, and retirement plan metrics
Core Competencies:
Project Management: Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives with exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet critical deadlines
Communication: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including executive-level presentation capabilities and ability to translate complex regulations into clear guidance
Relationship Building: Demonstrated success building trusted partnerships across all organizational levels, both internally and with external vendors
Adaptability: Ability to reprioritize effectively and perform under pressure while maintaining quality standards in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Confidentiality: Experience handling sensitive and confidential employee data with the highest level of discretion and integrity
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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:
Remote-friendly and flexible work culture
Market leader in compensation and equity awards
Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
Paid parental and adoption leaves
Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe
CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.
CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions--including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs--on valid job requirements.
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CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Placement within the pay range is dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location. The base salary range for this position for all U.S. candidates is $110,000 - $160,000 per year, with eligibility for bonuses, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off.For detailed information about the U.S. benefits package, please click here.
Expected Close Date of Job Posting is:12-02-2025Top Skills
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