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Senior Director, Global Benefits

The New York Times· Compensation and Benefits
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Hybrid (New York, NY)$215k - $225kFull-timePosted 6mo ago

About the role

Leader responsible for strategic design, governance, and operations of global benefits and perquisites, driving an engaging employee experience, regulatory compliance, and cost discipline. Hybrid role based in New York, NY.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a global benefits strategy that aligns with our goals, ensuring equity and relevance in local markets across the US and internationally.
  • Oversee the design and execution of all benefits programs, ensuring they are competitive, comprehensive, and compliant with local, federal, and international regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, GDPR).
  • Lead the Global Benefits Operations department, overseeing a team of benefits administrators to deliver a high-quality employee experience.
  • Be the primary benefits subject matter expert for the Labor Relations team, providing strategic modeling and direct support during collective bargaining negotiations regarding welfare and retirement provisions.
  • Source technologies and administrative best practices, while managing operational costs to increase efficiency and fiscal discipline.
  • Monitor market trends, benchmarks and best practices to lead innovation in plan design, ensuring The New York Times remains relevant with market peers.
  • Oversee relationships with third-party vendors, carriers, and consultants to ensure high service levels, compliance, and return on investment.
  • Collaborate with Legal counsel to review plan documents and summary plan descriptions, ensuring all programs meet legal requirements and minimize liability.
  • Ensure that benefit plans for unionized employees are administered following collective bargaining agreements.
  • Demonstrate support and understanding of the value of journalistic independence and commitment to the company mission.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in benefits design and administration, and leadership experience managing Global Benefits.
  • Experience working with a unionized workforce and supporting labor negotiations.
  • Expertise in US regulations (ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA) and working knowledge of international social security systems and statutory requirements.
  • Experience translating complex benefits concepts into clear, accessible language for executive partners and employees.
  • Experience interpreting complex data, managing substantial budgets, and driving cost-containment strategies.

Skills

Required:Benefits design & administrationRegulatory compliance (ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA)Union negotiations support

Benefits

  • medical, dental and vision benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s)
  • company-matching 401(k) plan
  • employee stock purchase plan
  • paid vacation
  • paid sick days
  • paid parental leave
  • tuition reimbursement
  • professional development programs
Last updated Sep 9, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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