Benefits & Compensation Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Benefits & Compensation Specialist Location: Houston area, Texas Job Type: Contract Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM Pay Rate: $30.00 - $36.00/hr (DOE) Position Overview: LHH is proactively seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Benefits & Compensation Specialist to join our client's team on a contract basis in the Houston area. This role will support both benefits administration and compensation functions, with a strong focus on internal benefits operations, open enrollment, and compensation analysis. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing employee benefits programs, supporting open enrollment cycles, and conducting compensation benchmarking and analysis. This role requires a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to collaborate across HR, payroll, and leadership teams. Key Responsibilities: • Administer day-to-day benefits operations, including enrollments, changes, terminations, and employee inquiries. • Support and execute the full open enrollment process, including system setup, communications, employee support, and issue resolution. • Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding benefits questions, eligibility, and plan details. • Maintain accurate benefits data in HRIS systems and ensure compliance with internal policies. • Partner with benefits vendors to resolve escalations, discrepancies, and coverage issues. • Assist with benefits audits, reporting, and documentation for compliance purposes. • Conduct compensation analysis, including market benchmarking, internal equity reviews, and pay structure assessments. • Support salary surveys, job evaluations, and compensation planning initiatives. • Prepare reports and presentations on compensation trends, pay data, and recommendations. • Assist with merit cycles, bonus tracking, and compensation adjustments. • Collaborate with HR and leadership on compensation strategies and policy alignment. • Ensure confidentiality and data integrity across all benefits and compensation activities. Qualifications: Education: • High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred. Experience: • 3+ years of experience in benefits administration and/or compensation. • Required: Hands-on experience with internal benefits operations. • Required: Direct involvement in at least one open enrollment cycle. • Required: Experience with compensation analysis, benchmarking, or salary administration. Technical Skills: • Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (data analysis, reporting, lookups). • Experience with HRIS systems (Workday, ADP, UKG, or similar) preferred. Communication: • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain benefits and compensation clearly to employees. Organization: • Ability to manage multiple deadlines, especially during high-volume periods like open enrollment and merit cycles. Attention to Detail: • High level of accuracy in data management, reporting, and employee records. Analytical Skills: • Strong ability to interpret compensation data, identify trends, and support decision-making. Confidentiality: • Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive employee and compensation data with discretion. What We Offer: • Competitive hourly rate based on experience. • Opportunity to support critical HR functions, including benefits and compensation strategy. • Collaborative and professional work environment. • Potential for contract extension or permanent hire based on performance and business needs. Interested? If you're a detail-driven HR professional with strong experience in benefits operations, open enrollment, and compensation analysis, we'd love to connect with you!

Pay Details: $30.00 to $36.00 per hour

Search managed by: Laarnie Thompson

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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