Senior Director, Global Benefits

At Insmed, every moment and every patient counts — and so does every person who joins in. As a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases, you’ll be part of a community that prioritizes the human experience, celebrates curiosity, and values every person’s contributions to meaningful progress. That commitment has earned us recognition as Science magazine’s No. 1 Top Employer for five consecutive years, certification as a Great Place to Work® in the U.S., and a place on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list in the UK.

For patients, for each other, and for the future of science, we’re in. Are you?

About the Role

The Head of Global Benefits is a strategic, hands-on leader responsible for shaping and executing a forward-looking, innovative global benefits strategy that enhances employee experience, supports business growth, and ensures long-term sustainability. This role leads the design, delivery, and continuous evolution of global benefits programs—balancing competitiveness, cost efficiency, and compliance across diverse markets—while leveraging data, technology, and emerging trends to modernize delivery, optimize processes, and expand reach.
Operating in a highly collaborative, matrixed environment, this leader will translate strategy into scalable execution, guide and develop a high-performing team, and partner cross-functionally to ensure programs reflect the company’s values, culture, and commitment to innovation and employee well-being.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will develop and execute a forward-looking, innovative global benefits strategy, anticipating market trends and evolving workforce needs to ensure programs remain competitive, scalable, and aligned with business objectives 

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You’ll also:

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of health, wellness, retirement, and leave programs across the U.S., EMEA, and Japan, ensuring alignment with business needs, employee expectations, and local market practices 
• Drive operational excellence by optimizing benefits processes and leveraging technology and data analytics to expand program reach, enhance the employee experience, and improve efficiency, scalability, and decision-making 
• Own and evolve the global benefits communication strategy, ensuring clear, inclusive, and impactful messaging that increases employee understanding, engagement, and perceived value of the total rewards offering 
• Partner cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Legal, Procurement, IT, and regional teams to ensure compliance, financial discipline, and seamless program delivery across geographies 
• Ensure strong financial stewardship and fiduciary integrity of global benefits programs, including oversight of funding strategies, vendor performance, and risk management practices 
• Lead vendor strategy and governance, including selection, performance management, and optimization of broker and partner relationships to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions 
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs), leveraging employee feedback, benchmarking, and data insights to continuously improve program effectiveness and ROI 
• Identify and address operational and administrative challenges, developing scalable, cross-functional and cross-regional solutions that enhance efficiency and service delivery 
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing global benefits team, building capabilities in strategic thinking, innovation, and execution while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement 

 

Who You Are

You have a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Human Resources, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus) and 12+ years of progressive benefits experience, including significant global/multinational leadership experience in complex, matrixed organizations

Additionally you have:

• Proven ability to develop and execute enterprise-level strategies while maintaining strong operational oversight and delivering measurable outcomes 
• Deep expertise in global benefits design, governance, and compliance across key regions (U.S., EMEA, Japan), with the ability to navigate diverse regulatory and cultural environments 
• Demonstrated success driving innovation and transformation, including the use of technology, digital platforms, data analytics, and automation to modernize benefits delivery and improve employee experience 
• Strong financial acumen, including experience managing budgets, funding strategies, vendor negotiations, and cost optimization initiatives 
• Track record of balancing strategic leadership with hands-on execution, with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving and implementation 
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams, with the ability to inspire, coach, and build organizational capability in a global, matrixed environment 
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, compelling messages for diverse audiences, including senior leadership 
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with demonstrated ability to build trusted partnerships and drive alignment across functions and regions 

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Travel Requirements

This role requires occasional domestic/international travel approxima

tely 10-15%

Where You’ll Work  

This is a hybrid role based out of our Bridgewater, NJ Headquarters. You’ll work remotely most of the time, with in-person collaboration when it matters most.

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Pay Range

$214,000.00-292,000.00 Annual

Life at Insmed

At Insmed, you’ll find a culture as human as our mission—intentionally designed for the people behind it. You deserve a workplace that reflects the same care you bring to your work each day, with support for how you work, how you grow, and how you show up for patients, your team, and yourself.

Highlights of our U.S. offerings include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage and mental health support, annual wellbeing reimbursement, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off policies, fertility and family-forming benefits, caregiver support, and flexible work schedules with purposeful in-person collaboration
• 401(k) plan with a competitive company match, annual equity awards, and participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and company-paid life and disability insurance
• Company Learning Institute providing access to LinkedIn Learning, skill building workshops, leadership programs, mentorship connections, and networking opportunities
• Employee resource groups, service and recognition programs, and meaningful opportunities to connect, volunteer, and give back

Eligibility for specific programs may vary and is subject to the terms and conditions of each plan. 

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