Compensation Specialist

We are looking for a Compensation & Benefits Specialist to support benefits administration and compensation-related activities for a social care/services organization in Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a long-term contract position.

Responsibilities

• Administer day-to-day benefits activities, ensuring employee enrollments, changes, and terminations are processed accurately and on schedule.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external providers to resolve benefits questions, support plan administration, and maintain a positive employee experience.
• Review compensation and benefits information to identify discrepancies, support reporting needs, and improve data accuracy.
• Analyze benefits-related trends and prepare summaries that help guide decision-making and program effectiveness.
• Support leave administration processes, including FMLA tracking, documentation review, and communication with employees and management.
• Maintain organized records and documentation for compensation and benefits activities in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with employee communications by explaining benefit options, eligibility, and key deadlines in a clear and concise manner.
• Partner with stakeholders to address policy-related questions and help ensure compensation and benefits practices remain compliant and consistent.

Requirements

• Experience supporting compensation and benefits programs in a detail-oriented HR or related environment.
• Working knowledge of benefits coordination, employee leave administration, and benefits analysis.
• Familiarity with FMLA processes, documentation requirements, and employee support practices.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage sensitive information accurately and confidentially.
• Analytical skills to review data, identify issues, and contribute to compensation and benefits reporting.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to explain policies and procedures clearly to employees and partners.
• Ability to organize multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a contract-based role.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.