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Reynolds American is evolving at a pace like no other organization.

To achieve the ambition we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be the change!

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A DIRECTOR, HEALTH & WELLBEING

SENIORITY LEVEL: Senior level

FUNCTION: Human Resources

LOCATION: Plaza Building, Winston-Salem, NC

ROLE SUMMARY

We are looking for a thought leader to join our Human Resources team and be a part of an exciting opportunity to ensure that we provide competitive benefit offerings that employees understand and value.

This position will develop strategies to provide competitive benefits and influence employees’ behavior to improve overall employee wellbeing. This role will balance the goals of the company and employee by ensuring the company invests appropriately in benefits programs that are inclusive and responsive to diverse employee needs. The Director will lead and develop a team of employees, as well as manage external third-party vendors. This role also collaborates closely with key stakeholders and other members of the Rewards team to ensure the Total Rewards package is designed to meet the broader overall Total Rewards objectives.

ACCOUNTABILITIES 

  • Assisting in the creation of the multi-year strategy and operating plans that will have significant short- and long-term positive impact enhancing overall employee wellbeing.

  • Leads efforts in delivering benefits plans for active employee and retirees.

  • Manages the relationship with assigned third party benefits vendor, including selection, contract negotiations and performance for delivering products and services.

  • Ensures the benefits offerings are current, cost effective and meet the needs of employees.

  • Engage and communicate benefit offerings that are easily understood by employees.

  • Analyze benefits utilization and financial performance for assigned programs to provide insights and recommendations.

  • Monitor trends, employee feedback, and industry benchmarks to identify areas for improvement and innovation.

  • Work closely with actuary and outside ERISA counsel to ensure all regulatory requirements are satisfied.Creating and maintaining all plan documentation.

  • Develop capabilities of direct reports to prepare individuals for future roles.

  • Delivers against aggressive annual performance goals and HR functional goals.Assigned projects.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGEESSENTIAL

  • 6 or more years in health and wellbeing and 10 years in benefit programs preferred.

  • Experience leading and managing a team.

  • Demonstrated ability to design and deliver benefits strategies and plans.

  • Excellent analytical skills and ability to evaluate and integrate financial aspects of rewards strategy.

  • Demonstrated experience effectively managing programs and related budgets. Effective and efficient management of programs and budget.

  • Effective influence stakeholders across the organization.

  • Proven ability to influence through keen awareness of stakeholder interests and the effective communication of vision both vertically and laterally within the organization.

  • Inspiring leadership that effectively motivates cross-functional teams to achieve superior performance.

  • A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.

BENEFICIAL

  • Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills with the ability to convey information in a clear and concise manner.

  • Ability to work independently and as a team member.

  • Adaptable to changing business needs.

  • Problem solving and analytical skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to execute and respond quickly in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

  • Ability to learn new technologies.

  • Proficient in the use of office technologies (MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), with high-level of proficiency in Excel.

  • Experience with SuccessFactors, Workday or other HR information systems (HRIS).

WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

  • Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets

  • Great Place to Work Certified

  • Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries

  • Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in four strategic locations

  • Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner

  • Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Have you been on a career break for 18 months or longer? Are you ready to return to your career? If your answers to these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you. Regardless of why you took a break, we value you for all the skills you can bring to the workforce. Reignite your career, work flexibly, be part of a dynamic team and upskill yourself with on-the-job training and development support.

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Benefit Information

The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:

  • 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.

    • Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent

    • Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not

  • Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)

  • Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan

  • Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year

  • Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents

  • Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)

  • Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)

  • Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance

  • Tuition reimbursement and student loan support

  • Dependent Scholarship Programs

  • Free confidential personal financial counselling service

  • On-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locations

  • A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice

  • Health-care concierge service

  • Volunteer service opportunities

  • Extensive training opportunities

  • Company vehicle for eligible employees

  • Mobile phone allowance for eligible employees

  • Paid Leave:

    • Sick and Personal Time (exempt employees may be excused with pay for brief absences; non-exempt employees receive up to 6 days)

    • Vacation (levels Below Senior Director receive 15 days (pro-rated during first year of service); Senior Director and Officers receive 25 days (pro-rated during first year of service)).

    • Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion)

    • Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity

    • Funeral Leave

    • Short-Term Disability Leave

    • Long-Term Disability Leave

    • Jury Duty Leave

    • Military Leave

    • Released Time for Children’s Education

    • Community Outreach Leave

    • Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law

Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to employing a diverse workforce and valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!

Reynolds American Inc.and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email atTalentAcquisition@RJRT.com

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