Compensation & Benefits Specialist

We are looking for a skilled Compensation & Benefits Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role requires an experienced individual with extensive knowledge of full-cycle benefits administration and compliance. Based in McLean, Virginia, you will work remotely Monday through Friday during Eastern Time hours, collaborating with a dedicated team to deliver exceptional support to employees and management.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee full-cycle benefits administration, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage employee leave of absence cases, ensuring adherence to FMLA, ADA, and state-specific leave policies.
• Administer and monitor the 401(k) plan, including vendor coordination, regulatory compliance, and employee education.
• Collaborate with brokers and indemnity plan providers to resolve benefit-related issues and maintain compliance.
• Lead open enrollment processes, providing clear communication and support to employees.
• Investigate and resolve benefit-related problems efficiently and effectively.
• Mentor and guide a team of three employees to foster a high-performing and collaborative work environment.
• Maintain and update benefits data using Workday and other HRIS platforms.
• Ensure accurate onboarding and implementation of benefit plans, while maintaining compliance standards.
• Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance to employees and management on all aspects of benefits administration.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in full-cycle benefits administration.
• Proficient in using Workday and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of FMLA, ADA, COBRA, 401(k), and other benefit regulations.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Previous experience supporting a company with 1,000 employees.
• Expertise in managing open enrollment and working with broker teams.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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