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Benefits Partner at 6sense | Global HR Career Growth in Columbus

Location Columbus
Company 6sense
Source jobicy
Posted 2026-09-05 11:24:28

Career & Market Insight

Role Level & Market Compensation: At $78K–$114K, this sits at the mid-to-senior range for Benefits Administrators in the US. According to industry benchmarks, a Benefits Manager/Partner at a SaaS company with global scope typically commands $90K–$130K. The lower end of this range may feel below market for candidates with 7+ years and global program experience, especially in high-cost metros.

Career Development Signals: This role builds highly transferable skills:

  • Global benefits administration (US, UK, Canada, India) — increasingly rare and valued
  • Workday benefits module expertise — a top-tier HRIS credential
  • Cross-functional stakeholder management (Finance, Legal, Payroll)
  • AI/automation integration into HR operations — future-proof skill set

Company Culture & Stage: 6sense is a growth-stage B2B SaaS company (Series E, valued at ~$5B+). The "shared service HR model" and emphasis on scalability suggest a maturing People function. CEBS certification is listed as preferred, signaling this role can serve as a stepping stone toward a Total Rewards Director or Global Benefits Director path.

Green Flags: Stock options, strong benefits package, LinkedIn Learning access, quarterly self-care days, and an explicit growth mindset culture are positive indicators for work-life balance and development.

Watch Out For: The breadth of responsibilities (all four countries, all benefits types, vendor management, compliance) is substantial for a single contributor role. Confirm headcount and team support structure before accepting.

Our Mission:

6sense's mission is to multiply what matters: growth, retention, and efficiency. We envision a future where companies, teams and people reach their full potential.

Our People:

People are the heart and soul of 6sense. We serve with passion and purpose. We live by our Being 6sense values of Win as One Team, Stay Curious, Do The Right Thing, Own the Outcome, and Create Belonging. Every 6sensor plays a part in defining the future of our industry-leading technology. 6sense is a place where difference-makers roll up their sleeves, take risks, act with integrity, and measure success by the value we create for our customers. We want 6sense to be the best chapter of your career.

Our Benefits Partner will administer and improve global benefits programs across the U.S., India, Canada, and the UK. This role manages day-to-day benefits operations, leave administration, open enrollment, vendor coordination, and employee inquiries while partnering with internal teams (People, Payroll, Finance, and Legal), and external vendors to ensure accurate, compliant, and employee-centered delivery.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

  • Lead day-to-day administration of global benefits programs, including health and welfare, retirement and pension, leave, wellbeing, eligibility, enrollment, issue resolution, and region-specific offerings across the U.S., India, Canada, and the UK
  • Oversee benefits program execution in a shared service HR model (by partnering with People Ops), including escalations, service delivery standards, documentation, controls, audit readiness, and adherence to global governance frameworks
  • Administer leave programs, including statutory, supplemental, FMLA, state leaves, disability, ADA-related processes, documentation, tracking, and compliance
  • Lead global benefits renewal and annual cycle coordination, including open enrollment, statutory updates, communications, system testing, financial alignment, market competitiveness, and local requirements
  • Partner with vendors, brokers, Payroll, Finance, Legal, HR Technology, and People teams on deductions, funding, reconciliations, reporting, cross-border compliance, implementations, and issue resolution
  • Ensure compliance with applicable benefits, pension, leave, tax, social insurance, health coverage, data privacy, and jurisdiction-specific regulatory requirements
  • Oversee benefits systems and vendor performance, including configuration governance, data integrity, access controls, service levels, contract alignment, and process improvements
  • Provide reporting and analysis on participation, cost trends, utilization, vendor performance, service metrics, audit findings, and financial impact to inform planning and leadership decisions; perform other duties as required

Competencies and Behaviors

  • Operational excellence: executes and improves benefits processes accurately, consistently, and with strong attention to controls, metrics, and scalability
  • Employee-centered judgment: provides clear, practical, confidential, and empathetic support while balancing business needs and policy requirements
  • Compliance mindset: applies sound judgment, maintains documentation, and escalates regulatory, data, financial, or operational risk appropriately
  • Cross-functional partnership: collaborates effectively with People, Payroll, Finance, Legal, HR Technology, vendors, brokers, and occasional senior stakeholders
  • Team and change leadership: provides direction, adapts priorities to resource and operational challenges, contributes to standards and budgets, and presents clearly in internal or external forums

Performance Measurement

  • Benefits transactions, eligibility updates, enrollments, deductions, reconciliations, and inquiries are completed accurately and within service level expectations
  • Employee inquiries, escalations, vendor issues, and leave cases are resolved timely, clearly, and in compliance with applicable requirements across regions
  • Renewals, open enrollment milestones, statutory updates, testing, communications, reporting, and audits are completed on schedule with minimal errors
  • Vendor, broker, Payroll, Finance, Legal, HR Technology, and People Team partnerships enable compliant, scalable, and consistent global program execution

Educational and Experience Requirements

  • 5–7 years of experience in benefits administration, Total Rewards, or a related People function, including global or multi-country benefits exposure
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. and global benefits regulations, compliance requirements, governance practices, leave programs, and self-insured plan administration
  • Experience partnering with vendors, brokers, Payroll, Finance, Legal, HR Technology, and People teams to resolve escalations, manage renewals, and support service delivery
  • Strong attention to detail, operational discipline, communication skills, employee support mindset, and ability to exercise independent judgment within defined objectives
  • Experience with HRIS and benefits platforms preferred, especially Workday benefits administration and U.S. open enrollment; Sequoia, Sparrow, or comparable systems/vendors also valued
  • Ability to use AI tools, automation, reporting, documentation, metrics, and process improvement to improve benefits operations and internal controls
  • CEBS or similar certification, global or SaaS experience, benefits analytics exposure, and experience providing direction to team members preferred

Compensation: Base Salary Range: $77,919.00 – $114,281.20. Actual salaries may vary based on work location and experience. The base salary is one component of 6sense's total compensation package. Other compensation may include a bonus program or commission plan, and stock options if approved by 6sense's board.

In addition, 6sense provides a variety of benefits, including generous health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401K employer matching program, paid holidays, self-care days, and paid time off (PTO). #LI-Remote

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Our Benefits:

Full-time employees can take advantage of health coverage, paid parental leave, generous paid time-off and holidays, quarterly self-care days off, and stock options. We'll make sure you have the equipment and support you need to work and connect with your teams, at home or in one of our offices.

We have a growth mindset culture represented in all that we do, from onboarding through to numerous learning and development initiatives including access to our LinkedIn Learning platform. Employee well-being is also top of mind for us. We host quarterly wellness education sessions to encourage self care and personal growth. From wellness days to ERG-hosted events, we celebrate and energize all 6sense employees and their backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

6sense is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected].

We are aware of recruiting impersonation attempts that are not affiliated with 6sense in any way. All email communications from 6sense will originate from the @6sense.com domain. We will not initially contact you via text message and will never request payments. If you are uncertain whether you have been contacted by an official 6sense employee, reach out to [email protected].

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Benefits Partner role at 6sense fully remote?
Yes, the role is tagged #LI-Remote, indicating it is a remote position. However, it is open to candidates in the United States only, and the role requires availability during standard US business hours due to compliance and vendor coordination responsibilities.
What is the salary range for this Benefits Partner position?
The base salary range is $77,919 to $114,281.20 annually. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission plan and stock options, plus a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) matching and paid parental leave.
What countries does this benefits program cover?
The Benefits Partner will manage programs across the United States, India, Canada, and the United Kingdom, including country-specific compliance, statutory requirements, and local vendor relationships.
Is Workday experience required for this role?
Workday benefits administration is listed as preferred but not strictly required. Experience with comparable HRIS or benefits platforms such as Sequoia or Sparrow is also valued.
What certifications are preferred for this position?
The Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) designation or a similar certification is listed as preferred. Global or SaaS company experience and benefits analytics exposure are also noted as advantageous.
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