Benefits Manager, Retirement & Employee Programs

Job Description

Shape the future of retirement, wellbeing, and employee benefits at The LEGO Group, creating programs and experiences that help our colleagues thrive while reinforcing our commitment to being an employer of choice.

Please Note:

No relocation assistance is offered for this position

The role can be based out of our new Boston HUB location at 1001 Boylston Street. Our hybrid working model is 3 days office/2 days home weekly.

• Lead the administration, governance, and compliance of The LEGO Group's retirement programs, including oversight of the 401(k) plan, partnership with Fidelity and external advisors, chairing retirement committee activities, and ensuring adherence to fiduciary and regulatory requirements.
• Own the strategy, design, and delivery of fringe benefits and wellness programs, including commuter benefits, wellness reimbursements, fitness programs, employee perks, and other offerings that enhance the employee experience and reflect The LEGO Group's culture and values.
• Lead key benefits initiatives and projects, including retirement plan integrations, vendor transitions, and program enhancements. Evaluate market trends and benchmark peer organizations to identify opportunities to introduce innovative, competitive, and sustainable benefits solutions.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and consultants, including Fidelity, Willis Towers Watson, and other service providers, ensuring high-quality service delivery, strong partnership, cost effectiveness, and an exceptional employee experience.
• Develop, implement, and administer benefits programs across the United States, Canada, and Brazil, while identifying opportunities to streamline processes, improve operational efficiency, and enhance program effectiveness.
• Partner closely with Business Service Operations (BSO), People Operations, Employee Relations, Compliance, and Leave & Accommodations teams to deliver consistent, employee-centric support and continuously improve benefits-related processes and experiences.
• Support annual Open Enrollment activities during Workday and lead benefits communications throughout the year. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to create engaging and effective communication strategies that increase employee awareness, understanding, and utilization of benefits programs.
• Conduct ongoing benchmarking and market analysis in partnership with the Global Rewards team to ensure programs remain competitive, inclusive, and aligned with business objectives and employee needs.
• Support compliance with applicable federal, state, provincial, and local regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, ACA, and other relevant benefits laws, while maintaining strong governance and risk management practices.

We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Benefits Manager, Retirement & Wellbeing to lead the strategy, governance, and administration of our retirement, wellness, and employee benefits programs across the United States, Canada, and Brazil.

This role will serve as the subject matter expert for our retirement programs, including oversight of our 401(k) plan, retirement committee activities, and vendor partnerships. In addition, you will shape and evolve our wellness, fringe benefits, and employee programs to ensure they remain competitive, inclusive, and aligned with The LEGO Group's values and culture.

In this highly visible role, you will collaborate closely with People Partners, Global Rewards, Business Service Operations, and external partners while engaging employees at all levels of the organization. By combining strategic thinking, operational excellence, and strong communication skills, you will help deliver a best-in-class employee experience for nearly 5,000 LEGO Group colleagues across the Americas.

• Demonstrated experience leading the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of employee benefits programs, including retirement plans, wellbeing initiatives, and employee-focused benefits offerings.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. benefits and retirement regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, ACA, and 401(k) plan…