Joining Arup
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
The Arup people function is undergoing an exciting period of transformation. As we establish our new operating model, we are streamlining our processes and aligning our delivery on a global scale, to ensure that we provide an excellent member experience aligned to our values.
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The Opportunity
We're seeking a Global Benefits Systems Implementation Manager to join our Reward Community of Expertise (CoE), reporting directly to the Global Head of Benefits. This pivotal role drives the design, implementation, and optimisation of benefit processes, technology platforms, and data strategies—all underpinned by Arup’s commitment to delivering a forward-looking Global Reward Strategy across our diverse, international network.
You’ll lead the end-to-end benefit technology implementation process, partnering with stakeholders across functions and regions to align local needs with global frameworks. From coordinating system transitions, data governance, and analytics, your impact will shape member experience, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making. This is an exceptional opportunity to influence systems that support over 30 countries, streamline global processes, and promote data-driven insights.
Is This Role Right for You?
Do you thrive on making complex systems work seamlessly, are you passionate about elevating benefits technology and employee engagement. If you’re excited by meaningful change, enjoy global collaboration, and have a sharp eye for how data and automation can unlock value—this could be the perfect fit.
We're looking for someone who can steer the transformation journey, guide change across diverse regions, and embed technology that enables long-term impact. You’ll be a mentor, strategic partner, and hands-on implementer—all rolled into one.
Requirements
1. Proven experience leading end-to-end global benefit system implementations, ideally within cloud-based platforms such as Oracle.
2. Deep operational knowledge of multi-country benefits frameworks within a matrixed organisation
3. Proficiency in global benefits software and managing third-party technology providers
4. Experience in process transformation – including documentation, best practices, and sustained delivery
5. Strong project management skills, capable of coordinating multiple simultaneous initiatives
6. High level of analytical acumen and systems proficiency, including dashboard/report development
7. Change management expertise with the ability to engage stakeholders and guide transitions
8. A collaborative mindset and demonstrated success in coaching and developing team members
What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Different People, Shared Values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Our Application Process
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Closing date: 22nd August 2025. We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.