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Description

We are looking for an experienced HR Benefits Director to join our team in McLean, Virginia. This contract position offers an opportunity to oversee the strategy, administration, and compliance of employee benefit programs within an organization. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in employee benefits, compliance, and team leadership, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting. This is a remote position working Monday to Friday full-time.

Responsibilities:

+ Designing and managing comprehensive benefits plans, including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, and other perks.

+ Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to employee benefits.

+ Evaluating benefits policies and recommending adjustments to ensure competitiveness and cost-effectiveness.

+ Managing relationships with benefits vendors, brokers, and third-party administrators.

+ Developing communication strategies to educate employees about available benefits and changes.

+ Analyzing benefits usage data and trends to inform business decisions.

+ Leading benefits enrollment periods and managing related processes.

+ Addressing employee inquiries and resolving issues related to benefits.

+ Collaborating with payroll, finance, and HR teams to align benefits programs with overall company goals.

+ Staying updated on industry trends, legislation, and best practices in benefits management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, finance, or a related field; a master’s degree or relevant certifications (such as CEBS, PHR, or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) are often preferred.

Several years of progressive experience in HR benefits administration, with experience managing all leave type plans

In-depth understanding of federal, state, and local regulations governing benefits, such as ERISA, FMLA, ACA, COBRA, and HIPAA.

Proficiency with HR and benefits management systems, vendor platforms, and data analysis tools.

Workday HCM experience – we have gaps in understanding processes, how to look into issues experienced by the team, etc.

Experience in evaluating, negotiating, and managing relationships with benefits vendors and brokers and workflows.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to educate employees and interface with executives. Ability to analyze benefits data, usage patterns, trends, and costs to make informed program decisions.

High level of accuracy and organizational skills to manage compliance, reporting, and benefits documentation.

TalentMatch®

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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