Compensation & Benefits Specialist

We are looking for a Benefits & Leave Manager to support a long-term contract opportunity in Westborough, Massachusetts. This role will guide benefit program strategy and day-to-day administration across U.S. offerings while helping ensure plans remain competitive, compliant, and aligned with workforce needs. The position also plays a key part in leave management across North America, partnering with vendors and internal teams to improve the employee experience and respond to changing regulations. Responsibilities:• Shape and carry out benefit program strategies that support organizational goals, employee priorities, and external market practices.• Administer U.S. health and welfare offerings, including medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, voluntary plans, and employee assistance resources.• Oversee retirement benefit administration, including 401(k) plans, and support governance activities tied to those programs.• Review industry trends and utilization data to identify opportunities for program improvements and cost-effective enhancements.• Contribute to annual benefits planning by assisting with forecasting, budgeting, and longer-range program design decisions.• Support benefit-related due diligence and integration activities connected to acquisitions, mergers, or other business changes.• Lead administration of North America leave programs, including family and medical leave, workplace accommodations, short-term and long-term disability, and statutory or protected leave requirements.• Promote consistent leave practices across multiple jurisdictions while working closely with external providers and internal partners to simplify processes for employees.• Track legal and regulatory updates affecting benefits and leave programs, and implement required changes to maintain compliance. • Experience managing employee benefit programs with strong knowledge of health, welfare, retirement, and voluntary offerings. • Hands-on background in leave administration, including FMLA, disability programs, paid leave, and other protected absences. • Ability to analyze benefit trends, assess program effectiveness, and recommend practical improvements. • Familiarity with coordinating vendors, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional partners in a benefits environment. • Working knowledge of compliance requirements related to employee benefits and leave programs across multiple jurisdictions. • Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage detailed processes and support employees effectively. • Experience with benefits coordination, benefits analysis, and broader employee benefit program administration. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.