Hybrid Benefits Coordinator - Data-Driven HR Ops (Contract)

LHH; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is partnering with a well-established organization in Maryland to hire a temporary Benefits Coordinator for a hybrid role supporting a busy HR team. You will help manage benefits administration, ensure data accuracy, handle audits, and coordinate cross‑functionally with payroll and vendors.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in benefits or HR operations, experience with HRIS and strong Excel skills. Competitive hourly compensation is offered for a 3–5 month assignment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Benefits coordination or HR operations.
• Knowledge of medical, dental, vision, retirement and related benefit programs.
• Experience using HRIS platforms and benefits administration systems.
• Strong Excel and data management skills with auditing abilities.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail, with confidentiality.
• Strong communication, customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate benefits transactions, including life event changes and eligibility updates.
• Maintain employee records within HRIS and benefits platforms.
• Conduct audits and reconciliations for health, welfare, retirement and other benefits.
• Support compliance tracking, reporting and documentation activities.
• Partner with payroll, employees and vendors to resolve benefits questions.
• Review data files and system records for accuracy and integrity.
• Assist with enrollments, terminations, leave updates, and other benefits tasks.
• Track deadlines and maintain organized benefits documentation.
• Support open enrollment activities and employee communications.
• Assist with special HR projects and additional administrative duties.

Skills

Benefits coordination

Data accuracy

Excel

HRIS systems

Data reporting

Confidentiality

Communication

Multitasking

Tools

HRIS platforms

Job description

LHH is partnering with a well-established organization in Maryland to hire a temporary Benefits Coordinator for a hybrid role supporting a busy HR team. You will help manage benefits administration, ensure data accuracy, handle audits, and coordinate cross‑functionally with payroll and vendors.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in benefits or HR operations, experience with HRIS and strong Excel skills. Competitive hourly compensation is offered for a 3–5 month assignment.