Global Benefits Specialist

About The Role

Cato Networks is looking for a highly motivated and hands-on Global HR Benefits Specialist to join our growing Global HR team.

In this role, you will own and manage our global benefits programs while partnering closely with HR, Payroll, Finance, and external vendors to deliver an exceptional employee experience. You will play a key role in supporting employees across multiple regions, ensuring compliance, driving process improvements, and helping scale HR operations in a fast-growing global organization.

What You'll Do

• Manage global employee benefits programs across the US, EMEA, Canada, LATAM and APAC regions
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries and escalations
• Partner with brokers, insurance providers, and external vendors to administer and optimize benefits programs
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and statutory benefits requirements across multiple countries
• Support employee onboarding and off boarding processes, including benefits enrollment and termination activities
• Partner with Payroll teams to ensure accurate benefits deductions, reporting, and reconciliation
• Maintain employee data and benefits records within HR systems
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and operational efficiencies across HR programs
• Support HR systems implementations, enhancements, and integrations
• Develop and maintain HR documentation, policies, and standard operating procedures
• Assist with employee engagement, wellness, and global HR initiatives
• Support cross-functional HR projects and organizational growth initiatives

What We're Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in Benefits Administration, or a related HR function within a global organization
• Strong experience managing employee benefits programs across multiple regions
• Knowledge of benefits compliance and employment practices in the US and internationally
• Experience working closely with Payroll, Finance, and external benefits providers
• Experience with HRIS platforms and HR technology systems
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and proactive with a strong can-do attitude
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment