Manager, Benefits and Wellbeing

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER.It's our heritage and it's also our future. Because we don't just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard-when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Opportunity:

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.

What Your Impact Will Be:

* 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

What We're Looking For:

* 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

The annual base salary range for this position is between $123,000 and $150,000

**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidate's work location, skills and experience.Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.

Don't meet every single requirement?At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How We Work:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate:Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate:At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute:We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences.Our products are sold in collaboration with the world's leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel's award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us athttps://jobs.mattel.com/andwww.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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