Global Benefits Partner

Who we are

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale.

Working at Samsara means you’ll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that’s shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, and Equipment Monitoring. As part of a recently public company, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term.

About the role:

The Benefits Partner is a hands-on, execution-focused role responsible for administering global benefits programs and owning the end-to-end delivery of the company’s global Leave of Absence (LOA) programs across the U.S., Canada, Germany, Mexico, UK, Germany, Poland, Taiwan, and India.

This role serves as the primary owner of global LOA operations and execution, ensuring compliant, consistent, and employee-centric leave experiences across regions.  In addition, this role supports U.S. and global benefits administration, with a strong focus on compliance, audits, and operational excellence. This role partners closely with senior Benefits leadership to align on benefits, mobility, and immigration strategy, while owning day-to-day execution and program delivery across all three areas.

This role is open to candidates residing in the US except Alaska, Austin Metro, Boulder Metro, California, Chicago Metro, Connecticut, Dallas Metro, Denver Metro, Houston Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Seattle Metro, and Washington, D.C.

You should apply if:

• You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact – helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.
• You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won’t be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper growth environment.
• You’re energized by our opportunity: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.
• You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-calibre team that will encourage you to do your best.

 

In this role, you will:

Global Leave of Absence Program 

• Own the day-to-day execution and administration of global LOA programs across all regions.
• Manage the full lifecycle of leave cases (medical, parental, personal, statutory), ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant handling.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and subject-matter expert for LOA processes, policies, and employee support.
• Partner with U.S. and Canada LOA administrators while maintaining global coordination and oversight.
• Ensure accurate leave tracking, documentation, and reporting across systems.
• Support accommodations, interactive processes, and return-to-work planning.
• Conduct regular LOA audits to ensure compliance, data integrity, and process consistency.
• Maintain and improve LOA processes and documentation to support scalability.

Benefits Administration and Compliance

• Support administration of U.S. benefits programs (health & welfare, retirement, wellness), while partnering on benefits operations in international regions.
• Execute key compliance activities, including, 401(k) and FSA Non-Discrimination Testing (NDT), Form 5500 filings, Medicare Creditable Coverage, HIPAA notices and annual notices and regulatory requirements
• Perform payroll and benefits audits to ensure accuracy and compliance across systems.
• Partner with brokers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain smooth operations.
• Support open enrollment activities, including system testing, audits, and employee communications.
• Maintain working knowledge of international benefits programs and support coordination with regional vendors and stakeholders.

Global Mobility & Immigration

• Support immigration and mobility processes in partnership with external counsel and internal teams.
• Assist with tracking and coordination of global visa and work authorization cases.

Employee Support & Cross-Functional Partnership

• • Act as a trusted resource for employees and managers on leave and benefits-related questions.
  • Partner closely with Payroll, People Partners, Legal, and People Operations to ensure seamless execution.
  • Help create and maintain clear employee-facing resources and communications.

Compliance, Reporting & Process Improvement

• Ensure all programs are administered in compliance with applicable regulations (U.S. and international).
• Maintain audit-ready documentation, SOPs, and process documentation.
• Generate reports on leave activity, compliance metrics, and benefits operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and employee experience.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• 4–7+ years of experience in benefits and/or leave of absence administration.
• Strong experience managing LOA programs, ideally across multiple regions or jurisdictions.
• Deep working knowledge of U.S. leave and benefits regulations (FMLA, ADA, ERISA, ACA).
• Experience with compliance processes such as audits, NDT, or regulatory filings.
• Exposure to or experience supporting international benefits programs.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with HRIS systems (Workday preferred).

Total Rewards

At Samsara, we build for the people who keep the global economy moving. We want owners, not passengers, which is why our rewards are designed to fuel high-impact builders. Our compensation program delivers above-market total compensation through a combination of base salary, performance-based bonus/variable pay, and equity (for eligible roles) in a high-growth public company. We meaningfully differentiate pay for our top performers, who have the opportunity to earn above-market compensation that can outpace the broader market over time.

Beyond compensation, we provide the foundations that enable long-term success: a flexible, employee-led remote model, a professional development stipend, comprehensive health and parental leave plans, and more. If you’re ready to build for the long term and own the outcome, your journey starts here.

Flexible Working 

At Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams. Our offices are open for those who prefer to work in-person and we also support remote work where it aligns with our operational requirements. For certain positions, being close to one of our offices or within a specific geographic area is important to facilitate collaboration, access to resources, or alignment with our service regions. In these cases, the job description will clearly indicate any working location requirements. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our team can contribute effectively, whether they are working on-site, in a hybrid model, or fully remotely. All offers of employment are contingent upon an individual’s ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company and in the specified work location, if applicable.

Belonging at Samsara

At Samsara, we welcome everyone regardless of their background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, and other characteristics protected by law. We depend on the unique approaches of our team members to help us solve complex problems and want to ensure that Samsara is a place where people from all backgrounds can make an impact.

Accommodations 

Samsara is an inclusive work environment, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. Please email accessibleinterviewing@samsara.com or click here if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.

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