Manager, Benefits and Wellbeing

Mattel Hq • El Segundo, CA

232d • $123,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Mattel is looking for a Manager, Benefits & Wellbeing. This role will specifically lead and oversee U.S. retirement plans, executive benefits, and employee programs, as well as partner with other members of the Benefits & Wellbeing team on broader benefits initiatives, as appropriate, to ensure the overall benefits and wellbeing program is aligned with Mattel's overarching People & Culture strategy and business objectives. This role is based in El Segundo, CA, and will require onsite Monday-Thursday, with opportunity to work remotely on Fridays.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business or Human Resources.
• 7+ years of proven success working in a benefits function with a strong background in retirement plans - including pension and 401k plans.
• Experience with managing employee benefit programs including wellbeing programs.
• Experience with non-qualified deferred compensation plans preferred.
• Process and results oriented, possessing strong analytical skills and willingness to be hands-on and work at tactical and strategic levels.
• Self-starter, proactive approach with taking ownership of work and projects, with a 'figure it out' mentality to problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
• Proficient with DOL, IRS, HIPAA and ERISA regulations governing benefit plans.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Think creatively and strategically, provide 'out of the box' solutions.
• Experience working for a publicly traded company with a large global footprint preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills - ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Thorough knowledge of benefit plan administration and government regulations along with analytical, critical thinking, statistical and problem-solving skills in order to ensure compliance, consistent interpretation and application of plans.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with non-qualified deferred compensation plans preferred.
• Experience working for a publicly traded company with a large global footprint preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery and execution of benefits and wellbeing programs, with specific focus on U.S. retirement plans, executive benefits and employee programs such as onsite fitness places, onsite daycare, global wellbeing programs and others.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external policies, local and federal regulations.
• Guide and contribute to benefit communications including benefit plan documents, policies, procedures and summary plan descriptions.
• Develop recommendations for key stakeholder and leadership review and approvals, ensuring benefit offerings are delivering value and aligned with best practices and market competitiveness.
• Manage and maintain strong relationships with third-party vendors and consultants, ensuring performance guarantees and service agreements are met.
• Collaborate with managers/leaders and People & Culture Business Partners to understand issues, needs and feedback related to benefit programs.
• Ensure appropriate SOX controls and audit processes are in place and assist with all regulatory reviews and audits.
• Develop and regularly analyze plan metrics while monitoring market trends and legislative/regulatory developments.
• Drive efficiencies and process improvements.
• Communicate effectively with all functional departments.

Benefits

• Competitive total pay programs.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree