Temporary Benefits Manager - Career Group : Job Details

Our client, a real estate development firm, is looking for a temporary Benefits Manager to join their NYC office!

This role will start asap and will be ongoing through end of the year, with potential for perm if the right fit.

Location: Midtown

Hours: 9am – 5/6pm EST

*Hybrid schedule

Responsibilities:

• Oversee employee benefits programs, including annual renewals, in coordination with brokers and the HR Operations team.
• Enhance wellness offerings such as mental health, financial wellness, and employee assistance programs.
• Support leave of absence processes and ensure compliance with FMLA, ADA, and state-specific leave laws.
• Manage vendor relationships to maintain service quality and cost efficiency.
• Act as plan administrator for benefits programs, overseeing audits and regulatory filings.
• Ensure compensation and benefits practices comply with federal, state, and local laws.
• Continuously improve benefit programs to align with employee needs and company values.
• Drive change by identifying and implementing improvements in compensation and benefits.
• Collaborate with Finance and other teams to align compensation strategies with business objectives.
• Respond to general HR inquiries and support various HR projects and initiatives.
• Handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in corporate benefit plan administration
• Advanced skill level in Excel and intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to maintain work relationships and possess strong interpersonal skills

Please submit your resume for immediate consideration.

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