Director, Benefits

Hasbro•Boston, MA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Hasbro is seeking a forward-thinking Director, Global Benefits to shape and deliver an innovative, digitally enabled global benefits strategy aligned with company values and business priorities. This role will drive the evolution of employee benefits through modern technology, advanced analytics, and human-centered design, ensuring programs are competitive, compliant, cost-effective, and offer an outstanding employee experience. As a strategic partner to HR and business leadership, the Director will lead the design and governance of global benefits programs, champion digital transformation, and foster seamless, tech-enabled processes. This is a key role within the Global Total Rewards Team, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and employee well-being.

Requirements

10+ years of global benefits leadership experience in multinational environments, with demonstrated success driving transformation within HR or Total Rewards.
Deep expertise in U.S. and international benefits law, governance, and technology‑enabled benefits administration.
Strong track record in vendor management, negotiation, and delivering innovative, cost‑efficient programs.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Skilled at navigating ambiguity with creativity, data literacy, and a technology‑first mentality.
Able to use HRIS, analytics platforms, automation tools, and AI‑enhanced capabilities to elevate benefits delivery.
Outstanding influencer with a track record of fostering trust and collaboration across global teams.
Ability to lead high‑performing teams and deliver complex, cross‑functional, tech‑enabled initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or relevant certification (CEBS, GBA, CBP, etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

Reimagine and implement global benefits strategies using data insights, automation, and advanced analytics to balance local needs, compliance requirements, and a globally consistent employee experience.
Lead digital transformation across benefits, adopting modern HR technologies, AI-enhanced tools, and self-service platforms to improve accessibility, accuracy, and engagement.
Partner cross-functionally with HR, Finance, IT, and People Operations to streamline processes, harmonize global policies, and build scalable, tech-enabled governance and reporting frameworks.
Design inclusive, globally relevant benefit programs spanning health, retirement, well-being, and ancillary offerings—leveraging data and employee insights to personalize and modernize plan design.
Champion compliance and risk management through proactive monitoring of global regulatory changes and data privacy requirements, advising leadership on emerging trends and innovative approaches to risk mitigation.
Drive vendor innovation by cultivating strong, tech-forward partnerships; leading negotiations; and piloting advanced solutions that improve program value and elevate the employee experience.
Optimize budgets and forecasting through predictive analytics, scenario planning, and dynamic reporting dashboards to identify savings opportunities and ensure efficient resource allocation.
Elevate employee engagement using tech-enabled communication, transparent benefits education, and feedback tools to continuously refine offerings and ensure they resonate with diverse global teams.
Advise senior leaders on benefit trends, market benchmarks, and strategic opportunities that shape the future of global benefits and support Hasbro’s culture of well-being and inclusion.