Onsite HR Benefits & Leave Specialist: Trusted Admin

LHH

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

LHH is seeking an HR Benefits & Leave Specialist for a contract-to-hire role in Charlotte, NC to support a broad range of employee benefits and HR programs. This onsite position serves as a trusted resource for employees and leaders by administering benefit plans, managing leave programs, supporting compliance initiatives, and contributing to talent acquisition efforts.

The ideal candidate is collaborative, proactive, and comfortable balancing strategic and day-to-day responsibilities in a

Qualifications

3+ years of progressive HR experience with significant exposure to benefits, leave, workers' compensation, unemployment claims, recruiting and onboarding.
Familiarity with applicable employment regulations and benefit-related compliance requirements.
Experience using HRIS and reporting tools.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

Administer employee benefit programs (medical, dental, vision, life, disability) and educate employees on offerings.
Support retirement savings plan administration, enrollments, updates, and governance.
Coordinate and administer leave programs, disability accommodations, and return-to-work processes.
Oversee workers' compensation and unemployment claims with carriers and internal teams.
Maintain HR records, data integrity, reporting, and policy interpretation.
Assist with recruitment, sourcing, interviewing coordination, and onboarding.