Christian Dior Benefits and Wellness Manager

About Christian Dior

Christian Dior, founded in Paris in 1946, stands as one of the world’s most influential maisons, uniting haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, fragrance, beauty, and exceptional retail experiences. As an employer, Dior offers a culture shaped by artistic audacity, meticulous craftsmanship, and the pursuit of excellence, where heritage and innovation continually enrich one another. Its teams collaborate across ateliers, studios, boutiques, and corporate functions within an international environment that values elegance, precision, inclusivity, and entrepreneurial spirit. Working at Dior means contributing to a legacy of timeless style while helping define the future of luxury with creativity, discipline, and purpose.

Role & Responsibilities

• Work with the Compensation and Benefits Coordinator to maintain accurate benefits eligibility information in HRIS and payroll systems, including Core HR and UKG.
• Develop benefits communications in collaboration with LVMH Shared Services.
• Oversee benefits enrollment, including communications, education, and enrollment support.
• Lead benefits orientations and training for new retail and corporate employees.
• Lead quarterly wellness initiatives for retail and corporate employees.
• Partner with LVMH Shared Services during open enrollment.
• Manage third-party vendor relationships and coordinate with the Compensation and Benefits Coordinator on FMLA- and disability-related leaves, ensuring appropriate communication and legal compliance; advise the Senior Director of Compensation and Benefits on leave situations.
• Process monthly VEBA billing statements for submission to HR controlling.
• Handle workers’ compensation claims with support from the Compensation and Benefits Coordinator.
• Partner with the Compensation and Benefits Coordinator and Payroll to keep employee paid leave and voluntary deductions current, ensure accurate payouts, and correct discrepancies.
• Complete salary, benefits, and other HR-related surveys.
• Oversee the administration of retirement benefit plans, including 401(k) plans and other retirement savings programs.
• Educate employees on retirement plan features, enrollment procedures, investment options, and contribution limits.
• Coordinate with the Compensation and Benefits Coordinator to ensure accurate and timely processing of retirement plan contributions, distributions, loans, and other transactions.
• Manage COVID-related matters.
• Lead and oversee the planning, execution, tracking, and completion of multiple projects within defined timelines, including family sales, the annual compliance campaign, I-9 maintenance, floor plans, and company policies.
• Conduct periodic audits and reviews of 401(k) plans to ensure legal and regulatory compliance and identify and resolve issues or discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employee-benefits laws and regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, and ACA.
• Stay current on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting employee benefits.
• Develop project scopes, objectives, and timelines.
• Coordinate personnel and other resources to support project success.
• Monitor project progress, promptly address issues or delays, and escalate matters to the Senior Director of Compensation and Benefits when necessary.
• Implement project-management best practices and methodologies to optimize efficiency and deliverable quality.
• Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience, preferably in HR, payroll, or benefits.
• Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable multi-state laws.
• Experience with benefits administration software and HRIS systems.
• Experience with UKG UltiPro, SAP Success Factors, and Kronos is a plus.
• Strong PC skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Customer-service focus.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a complex work environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information.
• Ability to organize and track important documents.
• Ability to communicate information clearly and concisely.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Skills

Experience

At least 5 years, preferably in HR, payroll, or benefits.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 100,000 to USD 110,000 per annum.

Benefits

Potential eligibility to participate in the company’s medical benefits plan, commuter benefits, and 401(k) plans with employer contributions.

Culture

Christian Dior fosters a culture of refined creativity, exceptional craftsmanship, and continuous innovation, where teams are encouraged to uphold the Maison’s heritage while shaping the future of luxury. As an employer, it offers a dynamic and exacting environment that values collaboration, excellence, and the development of talent across artistic, retail, and corporate disciplines.

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