Benefits & Leave Specialist — Compliance & HRIS Pro

The Goodkind Group, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier firm is seeking an experienced Benefits Specialist to manage employee leave programs and benefits administration while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and internal policies. The successful candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in leave of absence administration and strong knowledge of regulations such as FMLA and ADA. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for this role, which offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $105,000 to $135,000 based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of leave of absence administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and related regulations.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Administer leave programs including FMLA, ADA, PFL, disability, and workers’ compensation.
• Manage leave requests, documentation, and return-to-work processes.
• Serve as the main point of contact for employee leave and benefits inquiries.

Skills

Leave of absence administration

Knowledge of FMLA regulations

Knowledge of ADA regulations

Strong Excel skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Job description

A top-tier firm is seeking an experienced Benefits Specialist to manage employee leave programs and benefits administration while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and internal policies. The successful candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in leave of absence administration and strong knowledge of regulations such as FMLA and ADA. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for this role, which offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $105,000 to $135,000 based on experience and qualifications.