Benefits Specialist

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a highly experienced and hands-on contract to hire Benefits Specialist for a client in the Charlotte market. This is a critical, high-impact role for an organization seeking a true subject matter expert who can step in, take ownership, and operate with minimal ramp-up time. This opportunity is ideal for a polished HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is highly autonomous, and brings a strong blend of benefits expertise, employee support, compliance knowledge, and operational execution. The ideal candidate will be a proactive go-getter who is comfortable navigating complex benefit-related matters while serving as a trusted resource to employees and leadership alike. This individual must be able to hit the ground running, think independently, and bring a strong working knowledge of benefits administration, leave management, and HR best practices to the table. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits-related questions and support Administer employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), disability, and wellness offerings Lead and support open enrollment processes, employee education, and benefits communication initiatives Manage leave administration including FMLA, ADA, LOA, and related compliance processes Partner with benefit vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve escalated issues and ensure smooth program administration Maintain compliance with federal, state, and company policies related to benefits and leave programs Support HR operations including onboarding, employee documentation, HRIS updates, and reporting as needed Assist with audits, reporting, and process improvement initiatives to enhance overall HR efficiency Provide a high level of professionalism, discretion, and customer service while handling sensitive employee matters Qualifications Strong experience within Benefits Administration and HR support functions Proven ability to work independently and manage priorities with minimal supervision Experience handling FMLA, ADA, LOA, and employee accommodations strongly preferred Strong understanding of HR compliance, policies, and employee relations best practices Experience with HRIS systems such as ADP, Workday, UKG, or similar platforms preferred Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and confidently take initiative Additional Information Fully onsite opportunity in the Charlotte area Client is open to temp, temp-to-hire, or direct hire depending on candidate alignment #J-18808-Ljbffr