Senior Director, Benefits

The Senior Director, Benefits will lead the design, development, and execution of the company's U.S. health, welfare and absence benefits programs ensuring programs attract and retain top talent while supporting their physical, emotional and financial wellbeing. The Senior Director, Benefits will work closely with our U.S. CHRO, HR partners and other members of senior management to develop and manage the U.S. benefits strategy. This work will include benefits design, policy development, compliance, vendor relations, and local and on-site initiatives. This individual will be a partner in the development of the holistic Total Rewards strategy to include policies and programs that are aligned with the organization’s strategic plans and objectives. The Senior Director will use best practices, data, insights, and trends to design and implement innovative strategies, benefits and resources to support Marriott’s commitment to putting people first and supporting associate wellness. This individual leads a team of professionals in a matrixed environment to develop and execute the most effective benefits and wellbeing programs and will be a visible leader and key partner in bringing Total Rewards forward to champion efforts among HQ and Continent leaders, on-property leaders, and HR professionals, in service to our associates. The Senior Director will present the benefits vision and initiatives in key business meetings internally and externally. This individual leads complex, large-scale change initiatives, emphasizing stakeholder engagement, enterprise level financial and risk management, and operational excellence.