Total Rewards & Benefits Lead (Contract)

LHH; Willingboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing organization to hire a Benefits & Compensation Manager (Contract) for a 2-6 month engagement in Willingboro, NJ. The role is fully onsite and focuses on benefits administration, compensation analysis, vendor management, and process improvements.

The ideal candidate will lead HRIS data integrity, generate workforce analytics, and ensure regulatory compliance while supporting open enrollment and total rewards initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in benefits administration and compensation.
• Strong knowledge of employee benefits programs, compensation practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms and reporting tools.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional certifications such as CEBS, CCP, PHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day administration of health, welfare, retirement, leave of absence, and wellness programs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits vendors, brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators.
• Coordinate and support all aspects of open enrollment, including employee communications, system updates, and vendor collaboration.
• Conduct compensation analyses, salary benchmarking, market pricing, and internal equity reviews.
• Assist with annual compensation planning cycles, merit reviews, and compensation recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing employee benefits and compensation programs.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefits, leave, and compensation matters.
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of HRIS, benefits, and compensation-related data.
• Prepare reports, audits, workforce analytics, and dashboards for HR leadership.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the employee experience.
• Support ongoing HR initiatives and projects related to total rewards programs.

Skills

Benefits administration

Compensation analysis

HRIS experience

Analytics

Excel

Project management

Communication

Vendor management

Employee experience

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

HRIS systems

Reporting tools

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing organization to hire a Benefits & Compensation Manager (Contract) for a 2-6 month engagement in Willingboro, NJ. The role is fully onsite and focuses on benefits administration, compensation analysis, vendor management, and process improvements.

The ideal candidate will lead HRIS data integrity, generate workforce analytics, and ensure regulatory compliance while supporting open enrollment and total rewards initiatives.