We are looking for a skilled Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our team in California. This Contract-to-permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to manage payroll and benefits for a growing organization with over 1,100 employees across six states. The role is primarily focused on payroll operations, with additional responsibilities in benefits administration. This position requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to contribute to the success of a dynamic team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee and execute full-cycle payroll processes for multi-state operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance.<br>• Manage payroll for over 1,100 employees, including W2 and hourly staff across six states.<br>• Supervise two payroll analysts and provide guidance to strengthen payroll operations.<br>• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollment, coordination, and communication of benefit packages.<br>• Utilize Paycom for payroll processing while preparing for future system transitions.<br>• Collaborate with the HR department to address payroll and benefits-related inquiries.<br>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.<br>• Analyze payroll data using Excel functions such as pivot tables and VLOOKUP to generate reports and insights.<br>• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to payroll and benefits.<br>• Support international expansion efforts by aligning payroll and benefits processes with global standards.
<p><strong>Respected OC Firm Seeks Employment Litigation Attorney HEAVY MENTORSHIP</strong></p><p><br></p><p>About Firm & Position:</p><p>A well-known, community-rooted mid-sized law firm in Orange County is seeking an <strong>employment litigation attorney</strong> to join its labor & employment group. Known for its low turnover, high-end clients, and commitment to attorney development, the firm has a proven track record of training and promoting within.</p><p><br></p><p>Employment Litigation Attorney Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Represent employer clients in employment-related disputes, including wrongful termination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, and discrimination claims</li><li>Handle litigation matters from pre-litigation through resolution (discovery, motion work, depositions, hearings, and trial prep)</li><li>Draft responses to agency complaints (EEOC, DFEH, DLSE)</li><li>Advise clients throughout the litigation process and help mitigate risk</li><li>Collaborate with partners and clients directly on legal strategy and resolution</li></ul><p>Hours:</p><ul><li>Billable target: 120–130 hours/month</li><li>100% onsite to start; remote flexibility available after ramp-up</li><li>Firm provides full WFH tech support setup for hybrid days</li></ul><p>Perks:</p><ul><li>High-quality litigation work without overwhelming billables</li><li>Proven partnership path with structured training</li><li>Direct access to clients and decision-makers</li><li>Dynamic, family-friendly culture with extremely low turnover</li><li>Multiple attorneys and staff placed here have stayed long-term and thrived</li></ul><p>Salary:</p><p>$125K to $195K+ depending on experience</p><p> Bonus structure includes:</p><ul><li>Quarterly bonuses for exceeding billable targets</li><li>Year-end discretionary performance bonuses</li></ul><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Medical: Choice of Anthem or Kaiser plans; $350/month firm contribution (often fully covers base plan for employee + dependents)</li><li>Dental: Fully covered by firm for employee</li><li>401(k) with discretionary profit sharing</li><li>PTO: 10 vacation days in first year</li><li>Sick leave: 3 days in year one, increases to 6 days annually after Jan 1</li><li>Annual performance reviews</li></ul><p><strong>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</strong></p>
