<p>Position Overview</p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Benefits & Leave of Absence (LOA) Specialist</strong> to support a growing organization in Brea, CA. This individual will play a key role in coordinating employee leave programs, supporting benefits administration, and serving as the primary liaison between employees, field HR teams, and a third-party Leave Administrator.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of leave administration, exceptional communication skills, and a compassionate, employee-focused approach. This position will support approximately <strong>15–25 employees on leave each month</strong>, ensuring they receive personalized guidance and timely communication throughout the leave process.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for employees navigating leaves of absence, including FMLA, CFRA, PDL, disability, and other applicable leave programs.</li><li>Proactively communicate with employees throughout their leave to provide updates, answer questions, and ensure a positive employee experience.</li><li>Coordinate with the third-party Leave Administrator to monitor leave requests, approvals, extensions, and return-to-work timelines.</li><li>Act as the liaison between the Leave Administrator and field HR teams to ensure consistent communication and timely resolution of issues.</li><li>Maintain accurate leave records, track employee leave statuses, and follow up on outstanding documentation.</li><li>Support the transition to a new third-party Leave Administrator, assisting with process improvements and communication workflows.</li><li>Assist with employee benefits administration, including enrollment, eligibility, employee inquiries, and benefits-related changes.</li><li>Provide guidance to employees regarding leave policies, benefits continuation, and available resources.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and medical information.</li><li>Ensure leave administration practices align with company policies and applicable federal and California employment regulations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half HR Solutions is seeking an experienced Contract, fully remote <strong>Global Benefits Analyst</strong> to support the administration, analysis, and enhancement of employee benefits programs across a growing international workforce. This individual will partner closely with HR, Total Rewards, vendors, and business leaders to ensure benefits programs remain competitive, compliant, and aligned with employee needs across multiple regions. The duration for this role is expected to be several months and may extend as business needs evolve. </p><p><br></p><p>This is a highly visible role within a fast-paced technology environment and is ideal for someone who excels at managing global benefits programs, leveraging data to drive decisions, and supporting a diverse, distributed workforce.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Administer and support global employee benefits programs across North America and international locations.</li><li>Serve as a subject matter expert for health and welfare, retirement, wellness, leave, and voluntary benefit programs.</li><li>Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure seamless delivery of benefits services.</li><li>Analyze benefits utilization, participation trends, and employee feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Assist with benefits renewals, vendor management, benchmarking, and plan evaluations.</li><li>Support compliance activities related to employee benefits programs and applicable regulations.</li><li>Coordinate employee communications, educational materials, and enrollment support.</li><li>Participate in benefits-related projects, process improvements, and systems enhancements.</li><li>Collaborate with HR Operations, Payroll, and People teams to ensure accurate administration of benefits programs.</li><li>Develop reporting and insights to support leadership decision-making and total rewards strategy.</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>5+ years of experience in benefits administration, benefits analysis, or total rewards.</li><li>Experience supporting global benefits programs across multiple countries and regions.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify actionable recommendations.</li><li>Experience managing relationships with benefits brokers, consultants, and third-party vendors.</li><li>Knowledge of U.S. benefits programs, including health and welfare, retirement, wellness, and leave programs.</li><li>Strong project management and organizational skills.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-moving environment with shifting priorities.</li></ul><p><br></p>