Years of Service | Accrual | Carry Over |
0-9 | 20 days/year | 10 days |
10-19 | 25 days/year | 10 days |
20+ | 30 days/year | 15 days |
Enrolling in New Balance benefits is done easily via Workday. Please see the attached document to learn more how to navigate Workday to enroll and manage your benefits.
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Need help in choosing the medical plan that best meets you and your family's individual needs? Use the link below to access a tool that will help you choose a plan that is best for you.
The Blue Cross $150 Deductible Plan features competitive benefits and allows access to 95%+ of doctors and all hospitals without risk of balance billing. Under this plan, you are responsible for the first $150 in medical costs each year (does not apply for office visit copays). See the attached plan description documents for more details. Associates pay approximately 20% of the cost of the plan via pre-tax payroll deductions.
The Blue Cross $1500 Deductible Plan features benefits that allow access to 95%+ of doctors and all hospitals without risk of balance billing. Under this plan, you're responsible for the first $1500 in medical costs each year. Once you have spent $1500, the plan will then cover 80% of costs until you spend the out-of-pocket maximum of $4,000. Participation in the $1500 Deductible Plan also enables participants to contribute to a health savings account (HSA) that can be used to pay for uncovered medical and dental expenses and can be carried over from year to year. New Balance will contribute $500 to an individual HSA, $750 to an Ind+1 HSA and $1,000 to a family HSA. In addition, associates are able to contribute to their HSAs with pre-tax dollars to a cap of $3,650 for individuals and $7,300 for families. See the attached plan description documents for more details. Associates pay for about 20% of the cost of the plan via pre-tax payroll deductions.
Eligibility: Associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
The New Balance Zero Deductible Medical Plan option is administered by GPA and has the same benefits as the current medical plan but with no deductibles and a lower cost per paycheck. This option was built to deliver exceptional member support with just one phone number to call. It offers built-in price protection to make sure you don’t overpay for care by reviewing provider claims to make sure they don’t exceed your plan’s allowable limits. Occasionally a provider may not accept the plan’s payment. If this happens, the plan will work to get it resolved. Simply notify GPA right away. Note that the plan uses the Multi-Plan Provider Network, so associates should check if their doctors participate.
Eligibility: Associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
The New Balance Total Fit Medical Plan compensates associates who receive their medical benefits from a source outside of New Balance by reimbursing them for any incremental payroll deductions through a spouse's employer, all copays, deductibles, and coinsurance, plus pays $50 per month. See the attached plan description documents for more details. The Total Fit Plan is free for all eligible associates who enroll.
Eligibility: Associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
The New Balance Express Scripts Rx Plan covers prescription-drug costs for those who enrolled in one of the New Balance Medical Plans. You are automatically enrolled in the plan if you are enrolled in either the Zero, $150, or $1500 deductible plans. See the attached plan description documents for more details. The cost of the Express Scripts Plan is included in medical plan costs.
Eligibility: Associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
The New Balance NB Meds Plan allows participants in the New Balance medical plans (Zero, $500 and $1500) to obtain certain name-brand maintenance medications from Canada at no cost. See the attached plan description document for more details. The cost of the NB Meds Plan is included in medical plan costs, there are no additional costs.
Eligibility: Associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
The New Balance Delta Dental Plan provides participants with coverage for their dental care expenses, including 100% coverage for cleanings and x-rays, 80% coverage for fillings and root canals, and 50% coverage for caps and crowns. See the attached plan description document for more details. Participating associates pay approximately 20% of the cost of the plan via pre-tax deductions from their paychecks.
Eligibility: Associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
The New Balance Vision Service Plan provides participants with coverage for their vision care expenses. There are two levels from which to choose from, Standard and Premier. See the attached plan description document for more details. Participating associates pay 100% of the cost of the plan via pre-tax deductions from their paychecks.
Eligibility: Associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
The New Balance Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan provides participants with the ability to lower their taxes by setting aside funds in an Medical FSA via a pre-tax deduction from their paychecks. The funds can then be used for medical expenses not covered by insurance. Participants should be careful about how much money they deposit into a medical FSA as unused funds may be forfeited. See the attached plan description document for more details. Participating associates pay 100% of the cost of the plan via pre-tax deductions from their paychecks.
Eligibility: Regular associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
The New Balance Teladoc Plan provides participants with the ability to access a doctor virtually 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Associates are able to speak with a doctor within minutes, either with audio only with video at no cost. See the attached plan description document for more details. Participating in the plan is free for all New Balance associates.
Eligibility: All New Balance associates are eligible.
New Balance offers eligible associates the choice of two virtual physical-therapy programs. Hinge Health allows participants to use their personal devices to receive physical-therapy services from the convenience of their homes. XR Health uses a virtual-reality headset to enable you to receive physical-therapy services from the comfort of your home. See attached plan description document for more details. The programs are free for eligible associates.
Eligibility: Regular associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
Note: XR Health not available in all 50 states
All New Balance associates get free access to Cancer Experts Now, an innovative program that provides access to leading experts on specific cancers. New Balance associates and their family members can access advice from leading cancer experts from Memorial Sloan Kettering, MD Anderson, Dana Farber, Cedars Sinai, Johns Hopkins, Cleveland Clinic, and the Mayo Clinic. Knowing you're receiving the latest/best advice when you have a cancer diagnosis is critically important. See the attached plan description document for more details. Participating in the plan is free for associates.
Eligibility: All New Balance associates and their family members are eligible.
Ovia Health maternity and family benefits offer support through some of life's biggest transitions: starting a family, navigating pregnancy, and balancing life as a working parent. Ovia Health is there for all the big moments, but they're also there for the little ones! That's why all of the Ovia Health apps include access to expert content and tips, personalized health insights, and on-demand health coaching with registered nurses — so associates have support for their life and health whenever they need it. See the attached plan description document for more details. Participating in the plan is free for eligible associates.
Eligibility: Regular associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
Eligible New Balance associates and their dependents are able to receive support services for creating a family. Services include personal coaching on fertility, egg harvesting, and freezing, surrogacy and adoption. See the attached plan description document for more details. Participating in the plan is free for associates.
Eligibility: Regular associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
All New Balance associates and their dependents are able to receive medical support services while traveling for business. The Europ Assistance program provides free access to counselors who will guide you to the best care when traveling to a foreign country and assist in the event a medical evacuation is needed. See the attached plan description document for more details. Participating in the plan is free for associates.
Eligibility: All New Balance associates
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Eligible New Balance associates are eligible to participate in the New Balance 401k plan that features a 100% match on 5% of eligible earnings. The plan features a broad range of investment options and is administered by John Hancock. See the attached plan description document for more details. Participating in the plan is free for associates.
Eligibility: Regular New Balance associates age 20+ who work 20+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
Contact John Hancock at: myplan.johnhancock.com or at
800-294-3575
Eligible New Balance associates receive free access to Learn Lux, an innovative financial wellness portal that can assist associates in all aspects of their financial lives, including budgeting, saving and investing, estate planning and more. Learn Lux features robust online tools and resources that enable associates to better manage their finances, promoting an increased sense of financial well-being. Learn Lux also offers free access to certified financial planners. See the attached document for more details. Participating in the plan is free for eligible associates.
Eligibility: Regular New Balance associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
New Balance associates who participate in the 401k plan are eligible to receive free 401k investment advice from the investment professionals at Captrust. Their advisors guide associates in making investment decisions that best meet their needs. See the attached document for more details. Participating in the plan is free for eligible associates.
Eligibility: Regular New Balance associates who work 20+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
Eligible New Balance associates receive up to $100 per month in matching student loan payments from New Balance and free advice and counseling on student loans. See the attached document for more details. Participating in the plan is free for eligible associates. Gradifi is for student loans for New Balance associates only. Loans for spouses and dependents are not eligible.
Eligibility: Regular New Balance associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
Massachusetts-based New Balance associates are eligible to participate in the UFund college-savings plan through Fidelity Investments. See the attached documents for more details. Note the UFund plan is a Massachusetts-only plan. Associates in other states may want to explore 529 plan options within their state. Participating in the plan is free for all associates. Associates contribute to the plan via payroll deductions.
Eligibility: Regular New Balance associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
Eligible New Balance associates can purchase identity-protection services from Info Armor. Services include constant monitoring of the "dark web" for your social security number along with support and assistance in the event your identity is ever stolen. See the attached document for more details. Participants in the plan pay a small fee via payroll deduction.
Eligibility: Regular New Balance associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
Eligible New Balance associates can purchase pre-paid legal services from MetLaw. Services include wills, estate planning, real estate, civil, vehicular, and family. See the attached document for more details. Participants in the plan pay a small fee via payroll deduction.
Eligibility: Regular New Balance associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
Eligible New Balance associates receive free life insurance. Hourly associates receive one times their annual pay and salaried associates receive two times their annual pay. In addition, associates have the option to purchase additional life insurance for themselves and their dependents. See the attached document for more details. Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance is free for eligible associates. Associates who choose to purchase additional insurance for themselves or their dependents will pay for the coverage via payroll deductions. Associates who choose to enroll in supplemental life insurance may do so via Workday Benefits.
Eligibility: Regular New Balance associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
Eligible New Balance associates receive free short- and long-term disability benefits. All eligible associates receive short-term disability (STD) benefits equal to 66% of pay. Hourly associates receive long-term disability benefits equal to 50% of pay. Salaried associates receive long-term disability benefits equal to 66% of pay. See the attached document for more details.
Eligibility: For short-term disability, regular New Balance associates who work 20+ hours per week with six or more months of service. For long-term disability, regular New Balance associates who work 30+ hours per week with six or more months of service.
The New Balance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans provide participants with the ability to lower their taxes by setting aside funds for both medical and dependent care expenses via pre-tax deductions from their paychecks. The funds can then be used for dependent care expenses and/or medical expenses not covered by insurance. Participants should be careful about how much money they deposit into an FSA as unused funds may be forfeited. Dependent care accounts have a maximum of $5000, while medical care FSAs have a maximum of $2750. See the attached plan description document for more details. Participating associates pay 100% of the cost of the plan via pre-tax deductions from their paychecks.
Eligibility: Regular associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
New Balance has partnered with Citizen's Bank, HSBC, and Metro Credit Union to offer special discounts to NB associates. See the attached documents for more details.
Eligibility: All New Balance associates
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New Balance recognizes the need for associates to take time off from work for such reasons as personal or family illness, doctor appointments as well as rest and relaxation.
NB holidays are available for regular, active, full-time (30+ hours per week) associates and may vary by location and certain positions.
Earned time is offered to regular, full-time associates (30+ hours per week).
Sick time is for part-time and temporary associates only. Associates earn sick time after 90 days of service.
Leaves of absence may be available to associates for a variety of reasons such as personal medical, caring for a family member, baby bonding, military service, jury duty, etc. Eligibility requirements can vary by country, state and city. New Balance's Primary Caregiver Leave provides 12 weeks of full pay for full-time (30+ hours per week), regular associates with 30+ days of service; Secondary Caregiver Leave provides two weeks of full pay for full-time (30+ hours per week) regular associates with 30+ days of service. Regular associates who work 20-29 hours per week with six months of service may be eligible for benefits under short-term disability.
Please refer to these policies for more details. If you are in need of a leave of absence, please contact the benefits team.
New Balance provides eligible associates with paid earned time off (“ETO”). ETO is designed to provide ample paid time off for leisure, personal activities, short-term illness, and other planned and unplanned absences. This policy provides paid time off based on an associate’s length of service. Earned time is logged in Workday in the Absence Worklet.
Regular, full-time associates (30+ hours per week) are eligible for earned time.
Years of Service | Accrual | Carry Over |
0-9 | 20 days/year | 10 days |
10-19 | 25 days/year | 10 days |
20+ | 30 days/year | 15 days |
NB's holidays vary by location and certain positions. See the schedules below for more details. All regular, full-time (30+ hours per week), active associates are eligible for the core holidays.
For part-time and temporary associates ONLY. Part-time and temporary associates will earn sick time after 90 days. Sick time will not carry over.
New Balance provides leaves of absence to eligible associates, including leaves under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Please see the policies below for specific leaves of absence. Reach out to your local benefits contact when applying for a leave.
Paid parental leave is available for full-time associates with at least 30 days of service. Associates who work 20-29 hours per week and have six months of service may be eligible for disability benefits associated with the birth of a child. This benefit is paid through short-term disability. Please review New Balance’s Paid Parental Leave Policy below for all terms and conditions.
Primary Caregivers
New Balance provides 16 WEEKS of fully paid parental leave to primary caregivers of new children (born or adopted) that must be used within 16 weeks of the child's arrival.
Secondary Caregivers
New Balance provides FOUR WEEKS of fully paid parental leave to secondary caregivers of new children that must be used within 16 weeks of the child's arrival.
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New Balance is pleased to partner with Bright Horizons and offer their enhanced family support to our associates. Enhanced Family Support provides you with the tools you need to find babysitters, caregivers, pet sitters, etc.
Eligible New Balance regular associates and their spouses are able to receive support services during maternity and during the first several months post-childbirth via Ovia. Ovia provides personal coaches who help new mothers through pregnancy and the many questions and concerns associated with new motherhood. See the attached plan description document for more details. Participating in the plan is free for associates.
Eligibility: Regular associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
Eligible New Balance regular associates and their spouses are able to receive support services for creating a family. Services include personal coaching on fertility, egg harvesting, and freezing, surrogacy and adoption. See the attached plan-description document for more details. Participating in the plan is free for associates.
Eligibility: Regular associates who work 30+ hours per week with 30+ days of service.
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) provide regular, full-time associates who work at least 30 hours per week, with 30 days of service the ability to save money pre-tax to cover health and/or dependent care expenses. Associate would enroll when newly hired and can change elections during open enrollment or within 30 days of a qualifying event.
Note: enrollment is required during each year’s open enrollment period in order to participate in the coming year (previous elections do not carry over year to year automatically).
The dependent care spending account allows a maximum savings of $5,000 per year to pay for dependent care expenses.
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The EAP is a confidential referral services offered to all NB associates through Support Linc. The EAP offers associates with resources to cope with a variety of personal issues, including their health and wellness.
New Balance pays 100% of the fees for EAP services, however, if treatment is recommended after speaking with an EAP counselor, there many be a cost associates with additional treatment. These additional costs, if any, may be covered by their medical plan. The EAP service can be reached at any time by calling the toll-free hotline at 888-881-5462 or online.
Life Balance is a comprehensive wellness program designed to promote the health and quality of life for NB associates and their spouses.
The program provides associates with the tools and resources to live a healthier and more active life style including free health coaching and on-line learning. In addition, the program provides a series of informational lunch and learns on a broad range of topics including diet and exercise, dealing with stress, budgeting, investing, and paying for a college education. Watch for updates on NB Link regarding Life Balance program and the schedule of free health screenings.
New Balance recognizes the need for a healthy work/life balance and supports that by reimbursing eligible associates for purchases such as:
For the full list of items that are intended to promote health and well-being for themselves and their immediate family members (spouse and dependent children), please click the qualified expenses button below.
Eligibility: Regular associates with 30+ days of service who work 30+ hours/week are eligible for up to $1000 annually reimbursement for qualified expenses. Regular associates with 30 days of service who work 20-29 hours/week for up to $300 annually reimbursement for qualified expenses (pro-rated for new hires based on month of hire).
Note: For our associates in retails stores, manufacturing and distribution centers, please ensure your personal email address is listed as the primary email address in Workday (Workday/Personal Information/Change Contact Information/Edit/Primary Email). This information will be sent to Forma (formerly Twic) and you will use this to process claims.
Per the IRS, lifestyle reimbursement is a taxable benefit.
The Two Ten International Footwear Foundation takes care of individuals in the footwear communities through financial assistance, scholarships, and crisis support. Call 1-800-FIND-210 or visit https://twoten.org.
New Balance is committed to providing fitness amongst our associates and has negotiated several local fitness centers for you to take advantage of.
To enroll in the active and fit national gym discount program, please click on the Active & Fit brochure below and follow the directions within.
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New Balance recognizes the need for a healthy work/life balance and supports that by reimbursing eligible associates for purchases such as:
For the full list of items that are intended to promote health and wellbeing for themselves and their immediate family members (spouse and dependent children) please click the qualified expenses button below.
Eligibility: Regular associates with 30 days of service who work 30+ hours/week are eligible for up to $1000 annually reimbursement for qualified expenses. Regular associates with 30 days of service who work 20-29 hours/week for up to $300 annually reimbursement for qualified expenses (pro-rated for new hires based on month of hire).
Note: For our associates in Retails Stores, Manufacturing and Distribution centers, please ensure your personal email address is listed as the primary email address in Workday (Workday/Personal Information/Change Contact Information/Edit/Primary Email). This information will be sent to Twic and you will use this to process claims.
Per the IRS, Lifestyle Reimbursement is a taxable benefit.
Associates receive 40% SAVINGS on New Balance footwear, apparel and accessories up to $3000 per year. Also, eligible for 30% off wholesale cost of Warrior products (please see Warrior associate order form).
IN STORE
Any store transactions must be conducted in person and on your own time. To receive your associate discount, you must present your New Balance ID card to the sales associate. Associates are eligible for discounts at any NB factory store, online store, or flagship store. If family members would like to enjoy your discount, you must be present with them in the store at the time of purchase.
ONLINE
The associate purchase program is administered through the websites for our various products. Visit www.newbalance.com to view products. All full- and part-time regular associates are eligible for the online discount. Please email the benefits team in order to have your account set up via your NB email. If you do not have a New Balance email address, you can provide your personal email. If you have difficulty accessing the associate discounts online, please first click on 'Forgot Password' to retrieve your original access. If still having issues, contact HR for assistance. Although you may purchase for your family members, you must place the order yourself and cannot share your access/code with others.
PLAN RESTRICTIONS
New Balance reserves the right to restrict the number of goods purchased by an associate. Resale of any product whether purchased with the associate discount or received as a complimentary sample, wear test, etc. is expressly prohibited. Any associate who engages in this activity is subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination. The associate discount is intended for you to purchase products for you or your family, or to purchase gifts. It is not intended for use by vendors, friends, or acquaintances. Should you need to purchase products for vendors or other business purposes, please work with your finance team in order to set up a process outside of the associate purchase program. There is an annual limit of $3000 in online purchases and an additional, separate $3,000 limit on New Balance store purchases per associate. Note that associates are ineligible to participate in the MYNB program. Product purchased through NB discount is ineligible for resale.
DISCOUNTS AND PERKS
ASSOCIATE PURCHASE PROGRAM
Associates receive 40% SAVINGS on New Balance and Warrior footwear, clothing, and accessories.
The associate purchase program allows you to take advantage of your discount by:
ASSOCIATES ARE INELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MYNB REWARD PROGRAM IN STORE. In-store transactions must be conducted in person and on your own time. To receive your associate discount, you must present your New Balance ID card to the sales associate. Associates are eligible for discounts at any NB factory store, online store, or flagship store. PRODUCT PURCHASED IN STORES IS INELIGIBLE FOR RESALE.
ONLINE
The associate purchase program is administered through the websites for our various products. Visit www.newbalance.com to view products. All full- and part-time regular associates are eligible for the online discount. Please email nbbenefits in order to have your account set up via your NB email. If you do not have a New Balance email address, you can provide your personal email. If you have difficulty accessing the associate discounts online, please first click on 'Forgot Password' to retrieve your original access. If still having issues, contact one of the HR representatives/nbbenefits email listed below for assistance. Although you may purchase for your family members, you must place the order yourself and cannot share your access/code with others. Note that associates are ineligible to participate in the MYNB program. Product purchased through NB discount is ineligible for resale.
TEMPS, CONTRACTORS AND VENDORS
RETAIL TEMP | One free pair of shoes plus 40% off online purchases up to $1000 per year. Additionally, 40% off purchases made while working at a NB store to a maximum of 10 items purchased using a temporary associate discount card available from Human Resources.
TEMP ASSOCIATES | Eligible for 40% off online purchases up to $1000 per year. Additionally, 40% off purchases made while working at a NB store to a maximum of 10 items purchased using a temporary associate discount card available from human resources.
VENDORS & CONTRACTS | Contractors and vendors are eligible for a 20% discount using a one-time “Vendor/Contractor Discount” card. The department employing the contractor/vendor would issue the card. Departments needing a supply of “Vendor/Contractor Discount” cards should contact Human Resources. Employees of WGBH, the radio stations, Harvard Press, Spaulding, and other tenants of Boston Landing are ineligible for a discount.
New Balance associates are eligible to enjoy a variety of discounts on travel, entertainment, shopping, pet insurance, computers etc. by setting up a free membership with Beneplace.
The exclusive savings and discount benefit site for all New Balance associates.
Please note: Associates who make use of the New Balance Discount Marketplace understand, agree, and acknowledge that they are using this site at their own risk. Beneplace LLC cannot in any case be held or made responsible for any form of direct or indirect consequences that may result from activities or transactions completed on this site.
New Balance provides associates with the ability to pay for their commuting expenses (public transportation and parking) with pre-tax dollars, allowing participants to save on taxes. See the below documents for details.
New Balance values the benefits of associates continuously learning and furthering their education. We are, therefore, pleased to announce that there are several opportunities to support eligible associates in these efforts, including our tuition reimbursement program as well as tuition discounts.
Eligibility is full-time (30+ hours/week) regular associates with at least six months of service.
Recognition is an important part of our culture. We have several tools you can use in order to let your colleagues and team members know how much you appreciate them.
NB THANKS
A peer-to-peer program that allows associates to give a $10 gift card to a peer along with a thank you card to show their appreciation.
NB BRAVO
A manager awards and associate a $50 reward via Workday.
NB TEAM
A quarterly program where a manager nominates a team for achievements to be reviewed and selected by Recognition Committee. Each member of a selected team receives a $150 reward and a $500 charitable donation will be made to an organization of the team's choice.
NB STAR
Allows managers to recognize individual associates for significant and measurable achievement. Nominations reviewed by Recognition Committee; those selected receive $500 reward, NB Star paperweight and select a charitable donation to receive a $100 donation.
GIVE BACK BENEFITS
New Balance believes in giving back to our communities and neighborhoods that support our business, our families and our lives. To support associates’ personal causes, NB Charitable Programs offers three “give back benefits”: Corporate Match, Personal Volunteer Time and Dollars for Doers.
CORPORATE MATCH
New Balance will match qualifying associate financial contributions 100% up to $500 per associate, per calendar year to an organization of your choice.
DOLLARS FOR DOERS
New Balance will award a grant for an organization that you volunteer with based on the hours per year you give to that organization.
PERSONAL VOLUNTEER
New Balance offers Personal Volunteer Time benefits to full- and part-time associates for volunteer time with an organization of your choice.
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