Compensation & Benefits Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated Compensation & Benefits Specialist to join our team in New York, New York on a part-time basis. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in managing and analyzing compensation and benefits programs to support employee well-being and organizational goals. Your expertise will contribute to ensuring compliance and optimizing benefit offerings.

Responsibilities :

• Coordinate and administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies.
• Analyze compensation structures to ensure market competitiveness and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Provide guidance on Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) applications and compliance.
• Collaborate with HR and management to address employee inquiries related to benefits and compensation.
• Conduct regular audits of benefits programs to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Develop and deliver communications to employees regarding updates or changes in benefits offerings.
• Monitor trends in compensation and benefits to recommend improvements or adjustments.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to leadership.
• Assist with vendor management to ensure effective delivery of benefits services.
• Support the implementation of new benefits initiatives and enhancements.
• Proven experience in compensation and benefits coordination or related HR functions.
• Strong analytical skills with a background in benefits analysis.
• Knowledge of FMLA guidelines and other relevant labor laws.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR software tools.
• Excellent communication skills to address employee concerns effectively.
• Familiarity with market trends in benefits and compensation.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.