Manager Benefits (Americas)

Fluence is the leading global energy storage technology and services company, created and backed by Siemens and AES, two industry powerhouses and pioneers in energy storage. Fluence unites the scale, experience, breadth, and financial backing of the two most experienced icons in energy storage.

Our mission is to create a more sustainable future by transforming the way we power our world. Energy storage is critical to this transformation, yet today the market is fragmented and customers face the challenge of finding a trusted technology partner amidst conflicting technical claims, inexperienced vendors and installers, and new market entrants with limited power sector knowledge.

Fluence brings the proven technology solutions and services that overcome the commercial and regulatory barriers that stand in the way of modernizing our energy networks. We are the partner that can deliver at a global scale with the most experienced and knowledgeable team in the world.

 

We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.

Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.

Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.

We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.

We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. 

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Location: Hybrid (2-3 days in office) in Houston, TX or Alpharetta, GA or Arlington, VA

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Americas Benefits Manager to oversee the administration of our employee benefits programs, including health, wellness, retirement, severance, and global mobility for our Americas workforce. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with regulations, optimize processes, and deliver exceptional support to employees while contributing to strategic initiatives.

In this role, you will have the following key responsibilities:  

•Benefits Management: Partner to develop, manage, and administer the strategy and operations of the US & Americas employee benefits programs, including health, wellness, retirement, and life insurance plans. 

•Severance Management: Oversee severance processes, ensuring accurate calculation, documentation, and compliance.

•Global Mobility Support: Coordinate Americas aspects of global mobility programs, including policy interpretation, relocation benefits, and tax considerations.

•System Expertise: Maintain and optimize benefits-related systems (ADP Benefits, Workday) to streamline processes and enhance data accuracy.

•Data Analysis: Analyze benefits utilization, costs, and trends to recommend program enhancements and ensure cost-effectiveness.

•Compliance: Ensure adherence to federal and state regulations (e.g., ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA), manage audits, and prepare required filings.

•Employee Education: Develop and deliver communications to help employees understand and maximize their benefits.

•Vendor Management: Collaborate with external vendors to ensure high-quality service and resolve issues efficiently.

•Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with HR, payroll, legal, and other teams to align benefits programs with organizational goals.

•Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance benefits processes and lead the implementation of solutions.