About this opportunity
LHH lists this Benefits Specialist opportunity in charlotte, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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.
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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 xzgxqkn 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
Worksite address
charlotte, NC, 28210, US
Who can apply
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