Compensation & Benefits Specialist

We are looking for a Compensation & Benefits Specialist to support benefit administration and compensation-related activities for an insurance organization in Northbrook, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in benefits coordination, leave administration, and analytical support for compensation and benefits programs. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively across employee-facing processes.

Responsibilities:
• Administer day-to-day benefits activities, helping ensure employee benefit programs are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Coordinate benefits-related tasks across internal stakeholders and external providers to support smooth program delivery.
• Review compensation and benefits data, identify discrepancies, and assist with reporting and analysis to support business decisions.
• Support leave administration processes, including FMLA-related documentation, tracking, and employee communication.
• Respond to employee questions regarding benefit plans, eligibility, enrollments, and related program details with professionalism and clarity.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for compensation and benefits activities while following company policies and applicable regulations.
• Assist with audits, reconciliations, and periodic reviews to improve accuracy within benefits and compensation processes.• At least 2 years of experience in compensation, benefits, or a closely related HR support function.
• Working knowledge of employee benefit administration, benefits coordination, and compensation support activities.
• Experience handling benefits analysis and reviewing data for accuracy, trends, and issue resolution.
• Familiarity with FMLA administration and related leave processes.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain detailed records.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for employee and stakeholder interaction.
• Proficiency with standard business systems and spreadsheets used for HR, benefits, or compensation tracking.