Associate Director, Retirement Programs

Dublin
Permanent
Full-time

9 days ago

Who We AreAt Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.The RolePosition DescriptionKyndryl have established a global team to support country HR leaders to manage provision of Retirement programs and oversight of Retirement asset management vehicles. This team is part of the Total Rewards organisation and is responsible for the design and strategy of Retirement program offerings for Kyndryl globally as well as oversight of investment platforms.The Retirement Professional role will involve supporting Retirement plans in the development and execution of investment policy, liquidity requirements and controls framework of their assets.The Retirement Professional will also coordinate and monitor the Retirement Plan service providers including

Administrators and Actuaries.
Investment Managers
Various advisors such as Auditors & Lawyers

Responsibilities

Understanding of country retirement fund legal structure and local environment
Keep abreast of local regulations and legislation changes that might impact the plan.
Monitoring of service providers and reporting to key parties including sponsors and trustees.
Maintain a framework of appropriate oversight of key function holders of the Plan.
Facilitate the governance framework of the plan supporting trustee meetings, delegated committee meetings regulatory reporting.
Appropriate interaction between Company sponsor and Trustees
Exercise strong oversight environment in areas of contract management, bank accounts, reconciliations and expense management.

Who You AreSkills RequiredManaging Relationships.

Maintain and monitor relationships with Retirement fund managers, investment managers, custodians, Legal, Audit, Tax, Consultants and Actuaries.
Focal point for Retirement fund investment strategy and liquidity management

Facilitate key parties including sponsors and trustees meet governance requirements.
Strategic advisor to sponsor leadership, both local and corporate

Problem Solving and critical thinking

Change management and project management
Knowledge of industry agents and role of key function holders
Knowledge of Sponsor organisation and global mindset

Industry specific

Knowledge of financial and market operations and investment fund structures
Knowledge of Retirement Trust operations and reporting and regulatory requirements
Knowledge of valuation techniques for retirement liabilities and assets as well as accounting treatment
Knowledge of regulatory environment and governance requirements

General

Ability to work under pressure and with outside organizations.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills required: second language an advantage
Pro-active, well organized, and flexible self-starter.
Excellent Microsoft Excel and Word skills (Power Point and Access skills a plus);
Experience in a financial role or Treasury role in funds industry
Degree level or equivalent professional qualification.

Being YouDiversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.What You Can ExpectWith state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.Get Referred!If you know someone that works at Kyndryl, when asked ‘How Did You Hear About Us’ during the application process, select ‘Employee Referral’ and enter your contact's Kyndryl email address.

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