Associate Benefits Manager

the LEGO Group; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Headspace app

Colleague discount

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

The LEGO Group in Boston is seeking an Associate Manager, Benefits to lead leaves, accommodations and benefits programs for nearly 5,000 LEGO Group colleagues across the U.S., Canada and Brazil.

You will collaborate with PPC and external partners (Aetna, WTW, Fidelity, Delta Dental), ensure regulatory compliance, support open enrollment, and maintain accurate records to deliver a competitive, equitable benefits experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in benefits administration with focus on leaves and accommodations.
• Strong analytical abilities and proficiency in Excel for data management.
• Knowledge of US laws governing employee benefits and accommodations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with employees, vendors, and internal teams.
• Ability to navigate complex leave and accommodation cases with empathy.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee leaves programs (FMLA and statutory leaves) ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Facilitate workplace accommodations with employees, vendors, and internal teams.
• Support administration of health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives.
• Coordinate with external partners (Aetna, WTW, Fidelity, Delta Dental) for service delivery.
• Assist in Benefits Open Enrollment and related communications.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality and compliance.

Skills

Leaves & accommodations

Benefits administration

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Workday

Excel

Job description

Job DescriptionReady to build the ultimate employee experience at The LEGO Group? Bring your passion and expertise to shape benefits, leaves, and accommodations, creating a dynamic work environment that empowers our team and sets us apart as the employer of choice!We are currently on the lookout for an Associate Manager specializing in Benefits to support our leaves, accommodations and benefits programs.This is an essential role in ensuring our employees receive the support they need to navigate the leaves and accommodations space. Additionally, it supports ensuring our benefits programs are not only competitive and equitable but also aligned with our overarching organizational goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in leaves and accommodations, benefits of administration, and compliance regulations, complemented by strong analytical and communication skills.In this role, you will collaborate closely with PPC peers and engage with employees at all levels throughout the organization. By focusing on both LOA and benefits administration, you will play a meaningful role in enhancing the overall experience for nearly 5,000 LEGO Group colleagues across the United States, Canada, and Brazil. Your contributions will help foster a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.Please Note:No relocation assistance is offered for this position.The role is based on our Boston HUB located at 1001 Boylston Street. Our hybrid working model is 3 days office/2 days home weekly.Core Responsibilities:Administer employee leaves program, including FMLA and statutory leaves, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.Work directly with employees, third-party vendors, and internal teams to facilitate workplace accommodation, fostering a supportive environment.Support the administration of health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives, ensuring seamless delivery and communication.Collaborate with external partners like Aetna, WTW, Fidelity, and Delta Dental to ensure effective service delivery and communication.Identify opportunities to streamline benefits processes and bring forward innovative solutions to enhance efficiency.Assist in the annual Benefits Open Enrollment process, both facilitating the process in Workday and contributing to communication efforts to enhance employee engagement and understanding.Assist in compliance activities related to benefits, ensuring adherence to relevant federal, state, and local regulations.Maintain accurate records and data related to leaves, accommodations and benefits, ensuring confidentiality and compliance.Play your part in our team succeeding:People, Places, and Culture (PPC) is uniquely positioned to embed our People Promise, core to the LEGO Group success, into our employee value proposition while striving to Energize Everybody Every Day. PPC plays a vital role in nurturing a vibrant workplace culture that inspires creativity, collaboration, and Inclusivity. We are dedicated to crafting an exceptional employee experience that reflects our core LEGO Values. Each region in our global organization is supported by a dedicated People Partnering team, focused On implementing our comprehensive people and culture agenda tailored to regional and local needs.What you bring:Experience in benefits administration, with a focus on employee leave and accommodations.Strong analytical abilities with proficiency in Excel for managing benefits of data and identifying process improvements.Knowledge of US laws governing employee benefits and accommodations, with familiarity in Canadian and/or Brazilian benefits as a plus.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with employees, third-party vendors, and internal teams.Strong problem-solving skills to navigate complex leave and accommodation cases with empathy and professionalism.Proven organizational skills to prioritize and deadlines efficiently.Attention to detail and a results-oriented mindset to ensure accuracy in benefits administration.Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and contribute to a positive workplace culture.#LI-SK1#LI-HybridCompensationThe salary for this position has a range of $96,326.00 - $144,488.00 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.What’s in it for you?Here are some of what to expect:Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.Wellbeing – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are basedColleague Discount – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus schemeYour workplace – When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team.We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.”The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights.We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.Online Application Accessibility Statement; which is intended for people with disabilities - LEGO systems endeavors to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our web site or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the HR Service Desk at 1.860-763-7777, option #3. Please note, these communication channels should be used for those having difficulty accessing our on-line channels, not to inquire about job opportunities.Just imagine building your dream career.Then make it real.Join the LEGO team today.