Compensation & Benefits Specialist

We are looking for a Compensation & Benefits Specialist to join a healthcare organization in Pennsylvania in a contract role with the potential to become permanent. This on-site position supports the design, administration, and analysis of pay and benefits programs that help attract and retain employees. The role combines data-driven compensation work with day-to-day benefits support, requiring strong judgment, attention to detail, and a high level of discretion when handling sensitive employee information.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee daily support for compensation and benefits programs, helping ensure consistent administration across the organization.
• Review positions and compensation data to assess internal alignment and external competitiveness using market research and job evaluation methods.
• Contribute to salary survey submissions and benchmarking projects by gathering, validating, and interpreting compensation information.
• Investigate pay and total rewards trends to provide insights that support compensation planning and informed decision-making.
• Address employee and manager questions related to pay, benefits, and leave matters with professionalism, clarity, and confidentiality.
• Prepare reports and data summaries for payroll, human resources, and leadership using advanced Excel functions and other reporting tools.
• Maintain accurate compensation, benefits, and HR records while safeguarding confidential information and supporting audit readiness.
• Assist with policy interpretation, benefits coordination, and total rewards initiatives while promoting compliance with employment laws and compensation practices.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in human resources with direct involvement in compensation and benefits administration.
• At least 2 years of hands-on total rewards experience, including salary programs, benefits support, or both.
• Strong understanding of compensation analysis, market pricing, and benchmarking practices.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze data and produce detailed reports.
• Working knowledge of employment regulations and compensation-related compliance standards.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities, with the confidence to handle sensitive matters discreetly.
• Experience with benefits functions, benefits coordination, compensation and benefits analysis, and FMLA administration is highly valued.

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