VP, Benefits

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Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

The Head of Benefits will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive global benefits programs that align with the company’s business goals, attract and retain talent, and promote employee health, well-being, and engagement. This strategic leadership role requires an expert in global benefits management, with experience in both local and international benefit structures, compliance, and best practices.

In addition to core benefits responsibilities, this role will lead the Global Mobility Strategy and Wellbeing agenda, ensuring an integrated approach across benefits, mobility, and employee experience programs. The ideal candidate will be an innovative, results-oriented leader with the ability to drive the design and execution of competitive, inclusive, and sustainable programs that reinforce the company’s culture and values.

This position will oversee a global benefits team and work cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Legal, and other business units to ensure that benefits, mobility, and wellbeing programs are competitive, cost-effective, and enhance the overall employee experience.

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Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of the company’s global benefits, wellbeing and mobility strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and supporting employee health, wellness, and work-life balance.

Design and implement benefits, mobility, and wellbeing programs that are competitive, cost-effective, and compliant with local and global regulations.

Oversee the administration of all employee benefits programs—including health, retirement, life insurance, disability, paid time off, and other perks—while integrating wellbeing initiatives that promote physical, mental, financial, and social health.

Ensure that all benefits and mobility programs comply with local, regional, and global laws and regulations, including health care reform, pension regulations, taxation, and immigration requirements.

Oversee budgeting and cost management for all benefits, mobility, and wellbeing programs, ensuring financial sustainability while maintaining employee satisfaction and engagement.

Develop clear and engaging communication strategies to educate employees about benefits, mobility, and wellbeing offerings—helping them understand the value and make the most of available resources.

Drive the development and execution of holistic wellbeing programs designed to improve employee health, resilience, and engagement. This includes initiatives focused on physical, mental, financial, and emotional wellbeing, as well as resources that promote work-life balance.

Manage relationships with external benefits, mobility, and wellbeing vendors, brokers, consultants, and insurance carriers. Negotiate contracts and monitor performance to ensure value and alignment with company objectives.

Ensure consistency and equity in benefits and mobility offerings across geographies while respecting local cultural, legal, and market differences.

Lead and develop a high-performing global team spanning benefits, wellbeing, and mobility expertise. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Leverage data and analytics to assess program competitiveness, effectiveness, employee utilization, and satisfaction across benefits, mobility, and wellbeing initiatives. Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership to optimize program design.

Support benefits and mobility integration during mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations to ensure seamless transitions and harmonized offerings globally.

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Qualifications

12+ years of experience in global benefits management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing multi-region programs.

Proven experience in designing and managing global benefits and mobility programs across multiple regions (e.g., North America, Europe, APAC).

Expertise in global wellbeing program development and integration.

Demonstrated experience managing and negotiating with benefits, mobility, and wellbeing vendors, brokers, and insurance carriers.

In-depth knowledge of global benefits and mobility compliance, including ERISA, ACA, GDPR, and international tax and immigration requirements.

Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to use data to drive decision-making and program optimization.

Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple global priorities.

Experience with HRIS and benefits platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, Benify, Alight or other global systems).

Strong financial acumen and experience managing large-scale benefits and mobility budgets.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to simplify complex programs and policies for diverse employee audiences.

Collaborative mindset, cultural sensitivity, and adaptability in a fast-paced global environment.

On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom

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Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, you’ll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world’s premier entertainment brands.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at

www.wbd.com / guiding-principles /

along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and / or recruitment process, please visit our

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for instructions to submit your request.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and / or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range : $221,480.00 - $411,320.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

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