Kering Benefits Compliance Specialist

Wayne • USA

Thursday, July 24, 2025

Kering is a distinguished global luxury group, renowned for its stewardship of iconic brands such as Gucci, Saint Laurent, and Balenciaga, among others. As a family-led enterprise, Kering is committed to nurturing creativity and excellence across its portfolio of fashion, leather goods, jewelry, eyewear, and beauty products. The company is celebrated for its dedication to sustainability and cultural enrichment, ensuring that its creative legacy continues to inspire and innovate.

1. Ensure compliance of company benefit plans with applicable rules and regulations, including handling state and federal audits and filings.
2. Stay abreast of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and industry trends impacting employee benefits.
3. Conduct complex data analysis and manage non-discrimination testing for nonqualified plans and annual true-up reconciliation.
4. Maintain data in accordance with company policies and legal requirements, ensuring confidentiality.
5. Develop and deliver benefit compliance training in collaboration with vendors.
6. Coordinate administration steps to ensure compliance with policy terms and regulatory requirements, monitoring adherence to standard procedures.
7. Support the development and monitoring of U.S. group insurance plan expenses, compliance, and governance processes.
8. Manage relationships with benefits brokers and vendors regarding compliance topics.
9. Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as Accounting, Finance, Operations, Legal, and HR to fulfill role responsibilities.
10. Support annual and ad-hoc projects focusing on plan/policy compliance, including open enrollment.
11. Assist the Total Rewards team with key projects and activities as assigned.

1. 7+ years of experience in benefit administration and compliance.
2. Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or related field.
3. Demonstrated knowledge in benefits compliance, reporting, and administration.
4. Sound understanding of regulatory and legislative impacts related to benefits programs (Sec 125, ERISA, 409A, HIPAA, etc.).
5. Familiarity with leave-related laws and regulations, including disability leave, FMLA, and state/local leave processes in North America.

1. Ability to work with large datasets and strong analytical skills.
2. Experience with vendor relations and multi-state employers preferred.
3. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with urgency and ownership.
4. Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
5. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
6. Excellent communication skills with internal and external partners.
7. Team player with a professional demeanor and a proactive attitude.

A minimum of 7 years in benefit administration and compliance is required.

Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or a related field.

$95,000 - $105,000 per year plus incentives.

Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, critical illness and accident insurance, personalized healthcare support, and wellbeing programs. Financial benefits include HSAs, FSAs, a 401(k) plan, life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance.

Kering fosters a culture of creativity and innovation, deeply rooted in its commitment to sustainability and excellence. The company values diversity and inclusivity, encouraging collaboration and professional growth within its dynamic and forward-thinking environment.