Associate Benefits Manager

Role overview

The LEGO Group is looking for an Associate Manager focused on benefits to strengthen the employee experience across leaves, accommodations, and benefits administration. This position plays an important part in helping colleagues access the support they need while making sure benefit programs remain fair, competitive, compliant, and aligned with business objectives. The role works closely with People, Places, and Culture (PPC) teammates and supports employees across the United States, Canada, and Brazil.

Location and working model

This position is based at the Boston HUB at 1001 Boylston Street in Boston, MA. The role follows a hybrid arrangement of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home each week. No relocation assistance is available for this opportunity.

Key responsibilities

You will manage and support leave, accommodation, and benefits activities while partnering with internal teams, external vendors, and employees at all levels of the organization.

Benefits and leaves administration

• Handle employee leave administration, including FMLA and other statutory leave programs, while staying compliant with applicable federal and state rules.
• Support workplace accommodation requests by coordinating with employees, third-party providers, and internal stakeholders.
• Assist with health coverage, retirement plans, and wellness programs so delivery and communication remain smooth and effective.
• Work with external partners such as Aetna, WTW, Fidelity, and Delta Dental to support service quality and communication.
• Take part in benefits compliance work to ensure alignment with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records and data connected to leaves, accommodations, and benefits administration.

Process improvement and enrollment support

• Look for ways to simplify benefits processes and introduce practical improvements.
• Support the annual open enrollment cycle, including Workday administration and employee communication efforts to improve understanding and engagement.

Team context

The People, Places, and Culture function helps bring the LEGO Group’s People Promise to life and supports a workplace that encourages creativity, collaboration, inclusion, and an excellent employee experience across regional and local needs.

What the company is looking for

• Hands-on experience in benefits administration, especially in employee leave and accommodation work.
• Strong analytical ability and solid Excel skills for working with benefits data and spotting process improvements.
• Working knowledge of U.S. employee benefits and accommodation laws; Canadian and/or Brazilian benefits knowledge is an added advantage.
• Clear communication and strong interpersonal skills for working with employees, vendors, and internal partners.
• Ability to solve complex leave and accommodation issues with empathy and professionalism.
• Good organization and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage deadlines effectively.
• High attention to detail and a results-focused approach.
• Comfort working collaboratively and contributing to a positive team culture.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $96,326 to $144,488. Final compensation will depend on relevant factors such as experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other legally permitted considerations. Full remuneration details, including benefits, will be shared when the offer is finalized.

Application notes

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. The company may modify or withdraw the opening at any time, including before any stated closing date, so early application is encouraged.

What you can expect

• Enhanced family care leave options for important life moments.
• Life and disability insurance coverage.
• Access to the Headspace app and locally run wellbeing initiatives and programs.
• Colleague discount available from day one.
• Eligibility for a bonus scheme when goals are achieved and other conditions are met.
• A primary workplace location will be assigned, and the hybrid policy averages 3 days per week in the office.

Culture and equal opportunity

The LEGO Group aims to build a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where people feel safe, valued, and included. The company encourages applicants from all backgrounds, including different sexes, gender identities or expressions, races and ethnicities, national origins, sexual orientations, disabilities, ages, religions, and veteran statuses. The organization also supports families of all kinds and participates in initiatives such as Play Day, sustainability efforts, and its mission to inspire and develop future builders.

Additional conditions

For roles with high engagement with children, candidates must complete Child Safeguarding Background Screening as a condition of the offer. The company also conducts drug screening under its drug-free workplace policy and in support of employee health and safety.

Accessibility

LEGO systems states that its online application environment is intended to be accessible to users with disabilities. Candidates needing help with the application process may contact the HR Service Desk at 1.860-763-7777, option #3. This contact is for accessibility support only and not for job inquiries.

Closing message

Join the LEGO team and help create an employee experience that supports people, strengthens culture, and enables the organization to succeed.