Temporary Benefits and Leave Specialist

Frazer Jones; New York (NY); Remote; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Frazer Jones is seeking a Temporary Benefits & Leave Specialist to support benefits administration, open enrollment, and leave management for a six-month assignment. Remote work option with flexible scheduling and strong HR system experience expected.

The ideal candidate will be analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of handling confidential employee information while delivering timely, accurate benefits support and compliance guidance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience administering employee benefits programs and open enrollment processes.
• Strong leave administration experience; multi-state leave experience preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills to analyze and reconcile data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support open enrollment activities and annual benefits processes.
• Administer employee benefit programs, including life events and enrollment updates.
• Respond to employee questions regarding benefits plans and eligibility.
• Review, reconcile, and analyze benefits data to identify discrepancies and propose solutions.
• Monitor issues and ensure timely resolution.

Skills

UKG experience

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

UKG HRIS

Job description

Title: Temporary Benefits & Leave Specialist

Duration: 6-months

Location: Remote

Compensation: $35-$45 per hour

Must Have: UKG experience

Our client is seeking an experienced Benefits & Leave Specialist to provide hands-on support for benefits administration, open enrollment activities, and employee leave management during a temporary six-month assignment. This individual will operate independently, manage employee inquiries, analyze benefits data, and support ongoing HR initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of making informed decisions with minimal supervision while delivering exceptional employee support.

Key Responsibilities

Benefits Administration

• Support open enrollment activities and annual benefits processes.
• Administer employee benefit programs, including life event changes and enrollment updates.
• Respond to employee questions regarding benefits plans and eligibility.
• Review, reconcile, and analyze benefits-related data to identify discrepancies and recommend solutions.
• Monitor outstanding issues and ensure timely resolution.

Leave Administration

• Manage employee leaves of absence and related documentation.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for leave-related inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and company leave requirements.
• Guide employees through leave processes and benefit implications.
• Maintain accurate records and track leave activity.

HR Systems & Project Support

• Assist with benefits-related system updates, testing activities, and data validation efforts.
• Review data for accuracy and identify potential inconsistencies.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to troubleshoot benefits and leave administration issues.
• Support ongoing HR projects and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience administering employee benefits programs and open enrollment processes.
• Strong leave administration experience required; multi-state leave experience preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze and reconcile data.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive employee matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Experience working with HRIS and benefits administration platforms.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

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