Director Global Compensation

Hasbro•Boston, MA

4h•$171,400 - $257,100•Hybrid

About The Position

We take play seriously. We’re looking for curious adventurers ready to find their party, fueled by imagination and drive to build what’s never been built before. At Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast, you’ll collaborate with passionate teams to reimagine our iconic brands and create experiences that spark joy, connection, and community through the magic of play. This is your chance to shape legendary play that lasts a lifetime. We have an exciting opportunity for a Compensation Director to join our Global Total Rewards group! Heading Hasbro's Global Compensation function, the Compensation Director is tasked with translating the Company's Total Rewards strategy into compensation programs, processes, and initiatives. These initiatives support Hasbro's business and talent goals throughout the enterprise. Together with the Head of Total Rewards, the Compensation Director identifies functional priorities and translates strategic intentions into specific plans. This position guides the Global Compensation team while supervising the creation, operation, deployment, and regular updating of Hasbro’s global compensation philosophy, programs, policies, and practices. The Compensation Director serves as the Company's main compensation advisor, collaborating closely with executive leadership, HR Business Partners, Finance, Legal, Payroll, HR Technology, and other Centers of Excellence to create market-competitive compensation approaches that promote a pay-for-performance culture, support business growth, and help attract and retain top talent. This role also directs complex, cross-functional global compensation initiatives. It supports organizational change and ongoing progress while making sure enterprise-wide compensation programs are thoroughly applied in a global, matrixed organization. Effective from the date that Hasbro opens its new Boston location, this position will be onsite Tuesday – Thursday at Hasbro’s new HQ location in Boston, MA. In the interim, this position will be onsite Tuesday –Thursday at Hasbro’s HQ in Pawtucket, RI.

Requirements

10+ years of progressive compensation experience, including significant experience leading compensation within a global organization.
Demonstrated experience managing a global compensation function or a comprehensive global compensation practice.
Comprehensive technical expertise in base pay, short-term incentive, long-term incentive, executive compensation, and global compensation programs.
Solid track record in formulating and carrying out enterprise compensation strategies, programs, policies, and governance frameworks.
Verified experience handling detailed, cross-functional worldwide projects from planning through delivery.
Strong consulting and influencing capabilities, with the talent to establish credibility and present well-founded recommendations to executive leaders.
Experience leading, developing, and mentoring high-performing compensation professionals.
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities, paired with the capability to convert complex data into actionable business recommendations.
Strong organizational, program, and project leadership qualities, including the capacity to coordinate multiple strategic priorities in a lively environment.
Demonstrated capability to work efficiently in a complicated, worldwide, matrixed company.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required

Nice To Haves

advanced degree or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation preferred

Responsibilities

Lead Hasbro's Global Compensation function, offering strategic direction, supervision, and continuous leadership for all global compensation programs, policies, and services.
Work closely with the Head of Total Rewards to define the strategic direction and priorities for the Global Compensation function. Convert company goals into practical plans and guarantee the effective delivery of the Global Compensation roadmap.
Oversee the daily operations of the Global Compensation function, coordinating central initiatives, operational tasks, resource planning, and the punctual delivery of core compensation programs and services.
Direct, support, coach, and mentor the Global Compensation team, promoting a collaborative, high-performing, and customer-focused culture.
Act as the lead compensation consultant to executive leadership, HR Business Partners, and business leaders on all compensation issues, including compensation philosophy, salary administration, incentive programs, organizational development, retention strategies, executive compensation, and market competitiveness.
Lead the coordination, management, and delivery of the Company's yearly global pay cycle, covering merit increases, reward programs, equity initiatives, and associated compensation activities.
Lead complex global compensation projects and organization-wide initiatives from strategy to implementation, keeping alignment across business units, functions, and locations while directing project supervision, partner engagement, risks, dependencies, and change management.
Work closely with HR Business Partners, Finance, Payroll, Legal, HR Technology, and regional HR teams to develop and roll out compensation solutions that support business objectives, internal equity, external competitiveness, affordability, and regulatory compliance.
Develop and improve global compensation programs, policies, and frameworks that align with Hasbro's talent strategy and business priorities.
Use market intelligence, analytics, and financial data to develop recommendations, influence executive decision-making, and guide compensation strategy.
Lead worldwide communication, training, and change management activities connected to compensation programs and central initiatives.
Drive continuous improvement of compensation programs, governance, technology, analytics, and operational processes to improve efficiency, scalability, and the employee experience.
Ensure compensation programs are coordinated consistently and adhere to relevant legal, regulatory, and governance requirements.
Remain aware of evolving compensation trends, legislation, and market practices to proactively recognize opportunities that advance Hasbro's Total Rewards strategy.