<p>Robert Half Management Resources is seeking a Senior Manager of Benefits to lead a team and support our client’s global benefits program in a long-term contract role based in Culver City, California. This position will provide strategic and operational leadership across global benefits initiatives, overseeing vendor relationships and partnering closely with key stakeholders to deliver programs that support employees across multiple regions while aligning with organizational objectives. The ideal candidate will have proven experience implementing global benefits solutions, a strong service-oriented approach, and a passion for creating an exceptional employee experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the administration and ongoing enhancement of global benefits offerings, ensuring programs remain competitive and aligned with regional market practices.</p><p>• Direct the design, review, and upkeep of health, retirement, insurance, spending account, and related benefit plans across the organization.</p><p>• Manage benefits spending with a strategic approach, including evaluating funding models and identifying cost-effective plan solutions.</p><p>• Prepare utilization reports and financial analyses to support leadership decisions on plan performance, employee participation, and program costs.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong partnerships with brokers, carriers, and external providers to improve service levels and resolve issues efficiently.</p><p>• Oversee leave-related programs and ensure coordination between time-off policies, disability coverage, and other insurance benefits.</p><p>• Monitor billing, account reconciliations, and vendor invoices to confirm accuracy and proper approvals.</p><p>• Ensure benefits policies and practices comply with applicable federal, state, and global regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Collaborate with People leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to shape benefits strategies that strengthen employee attraction, retention, and overall experience.</p><p>• Support benefits-related operational improvements, including evaluating administrative processes and contributing to plan model changes when needed.</p>
Key responsibilities:<br><br>Benefits Administration and Employee Support<br>- Serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries through email and ServiceNow, researching and resolving enrollment and claims issues<br>- Administer life events in Workday, including leave of absence events, from initiation through completion and close-out<br>- Review and approve dependent eligibility in Workday and process Evidence of Insurability approvals and denials<br>- Prepare benefit verification letters, new hire enrollment reminders, and The Hartford conversion letters<br>- Process child support orders (medical support) in coordination with Payroll<br><br>Billing, Premium Reconciliation and COBRA<br>- Reconcile and process monthly carrier invoices<br>- Manage premium receipts and deposits, arrears clearance, and late-premium notices for employees on leave<br>- Administer COBRA end to end, including WageWorks reconciliation and auditing COBRA files against Workday to resolve discrepancies<br><br>Audits, Reporting and Payroll Integration<br>- Partner with Payroll each semi-monthly and biweekly pay cycle to ensure benefit retros and arrears are processed accurately<br>- Run and analyze recurring audit reports, including retro recalculation by pay date, benefit status events, terminated employees with benefits, and dependent validation<br>- Audit passive life events (coverage end dates, overage dependents, ACA eligibility)<br>- Track part-time faculty benefit eligibility<br>- Audit carrier integration files (including The Hartford) and resolve discrepancies<br>- Prepare the VOP report for the Jesuit community with Payroll<br><br>Open Enrollment<br>- Coordinate benefits fair logistics, including carrier invitations, catering, and event setup<br>- Provide administrative and employee support throughout the Open Enrollment period
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Risk Manager to support a non-profit organization in West Covina, California in a contract capacity with the potential for a long-term opportunity. This role is well suited for a risk specialist who can guide leadership on exposure reduction, claims oversight, insurance matters, and workplace safety within a complex public-facing environment. The selected candidate will help strengthen risk controls, improve loss-prevention practices, and partner across departments to protect organizational operations and employees.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the day-to-day administration of a broad risk management program covering liability, property exposure, workers’ compensation, and other key areas of organizational risk.<br>• Assess operational and legal exposure across departments and recommend practical strategies to reduce potential losses and improve compliance.<br>• Oversee workers’ compensation and liability claims by coordinating with third-party administrators, carriers, adjusters, legal partners, and other external stakeholders.<br>• Review claim activity and loss information to identify trends, recommend corrective actions, and support cost-containment efforts.<br>• Create, update, and implement policies and procedures related to risk control, safety practices, claims handling, and loss prevention.<br>• Manage insurance-related activities such as coverage evaluation, policy renewals, certificate review, and maintenance of supporting documentation.<br>• Examine contracts, permits, leases, and service agreements to confirm appropriate insurance terms, indemnity language, and risk-transfer protections are in place.<br>• Advise department leaders and staff on incident reporting, safe work practices, exposure awareness, and preventative measures to reduce organizational risk.<br>• Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior leadership and other governing groups while maintaining accurate risk management records and files.
We are looking for an experienced Employee Relations Manager to support a hospitality organization in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. This Long-term Contract position will focus on fostering a fair, structured, and compliant workplace by addressing employee concerns, guiding workplace reviews, and partnering with leadership on sensitive people matters. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, excellent documentation skills, and the ability to manage several active cases in a large employee population.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee employee relations matters by responding to workplace concerns, reviewing complaints, and guiding issues through a consistent resolution process.<br>• Conduct workplace investigations, including gathering facts, meeting with involved employees and leaders, and preparing clear summaries and supporting documentation.<br>• Maintain accurate case records, track open matters, and provide timely reporting to ensure follow-up steps are completed appropriately.<br>• Partner with managers and department leaders to address performance and conduct concerns while promoting fair and compliant practices.<br>• Support the development and refinement of standard operating procedures, employee relations workflows, and related documentation to strengthen organizational consistency.<br>• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including HR and leadership teams, on sensitive employee matters and recommended next steps.<br>• Assist with manager-facing investigations by organizing details, documenting findings, and helping ensure a thorough review process.<br>• Coordinate with external staffing partners as needed for line-level administrative support connected to employee relations activities.
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to support a fast-paced logistics operation in Long Beach, California. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who can confidently oversee recruiting, employee support, leave administration, and day-to-day HR operations while working closely with leaders across the business. The right candidate will bring a hands-on approach, sound judgment, and the ability to manage priorities independently in a continuous 24/7 environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process by creating postings, reviewing applicants, coordinating interviews, preparing offers, and guiding new employees through onboarding.<br>• Act as the primary HR contact for employees and managers, offering practical guidance on workplace policies, procedures, and employee matters.<br>• Oversee leave administration, including family and medical leave and other absences, with careful documentation, tracking, and timely communication.<br>• Partner with leadership to address employee relations issues consistently, professionally, and in alignment with company expectations.<br>• Maintain organized and accurate employee files, HR records, and supporting documentation across core processes.<br>• Support key employee lifecycle activities such as onboarding, offboarding, status changes, and general HR administration.<br>• Use HR and workforce systems, including Kronos, to manage employee information, timekeeping, and payroll-related records.<br>• Collaborate with managers, peers, and executive leadership on ongoing workforce needs, HR priorities, and organizational initiatives.<br>• Contribute to employee engagement efforts by helping coordinate company events and culture-building activities.<br>• Provide dependable HR support with strong independent judgment and responsiveness to business and employee needs in a 24/7 operation.