We are looking for a skilled Compensation & Benefits Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Stamford, Connecticut. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in benefits management and experience in compensation practices. You will play a key role in supporting and administering various health, welfare, and retirement programs, while also contributing to harmonization efforts during a dynamic integration period.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide hands-on support for health, welfare, and retirement programs, as well as several global benefit initiatives.<br>• Manage and resolve issues related to benefits, including conducting root cause analysis.<br>• Develop process documentation and create clear communications for associates regarding benefits policies.<br>• Maintain and update SharePoint sites for Benefits and HR policies.<br>• Administer corporate benefit programs such as leaves of absence, tuition reimbursement, and other offerings.<br>• Oversee benefits and retirement administration, including invoice and claims processing, budgeting, reporting, and customer service.<br>• Support the onboarding and harmonization of compensation and benefits plans during mergers and acquisitions.<br>• Assist with compensation benchmarking for both domestic and international markets.<br>• Administer executive compensation programs and equity grants, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.<br>• Coordinate the annual compensation planning process and manage incentive plan reporting and accruals.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Network Engineer to join our team on a Contract to permanent basis. Based in East Hartford, Connecticut, this role involves managing and optimizing network systems to ensure seamless connectivity and performance. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in Cisco technologies, firewalls, and network protocols to deliver robust and secure network solutions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco routers to ensure optimal network performance.</p><p>• Manage and secure network environments using Palo Alto firewalls.</p><p>• Implement and monitor Cisco ASA solutions for enhanced network security.</p><p>• Administer and optimize Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) configurations for efficient data routing.</p><p>• Oversee the deployment and maintenance of Cisco networking systems to support organizational goals.</p><p>• Proactively identify and address potential network vulnerabilities and performance issues.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable network solutions.</p><p>• Document network configurations, processes, and security protocols for future reference.</p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced Public Relations and Social Media specialist with 5+ years of experience for a fully remote position with our client on the East Coast. Must have experience in the insurance or financial services industries. Must be able to work East Coast hours. Salary is up to 80K with some flex depending on experience and qualifications.</p><p> </p><p>This position is responsible for public relations and social media, primarily for the advisor and This role focuses on managing public relations and social media efforts targeted at advisor and consumer markets. Responsibilities include identifying story opportunities, pitching to media, and promoting critical news through social channels. The ideal candidate has a strategic mindset, strong writing skills, and experience driving impactful media relations and social media campaigns.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and execute media relations and social media strategies to secure high-level placements across print, broadcast, and digital media.</li><li>Coordinate PR and social media activities to ensure consistent messaging across advisor and consumer markets.</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with media contacts and industry stakeholders, particularly in B2C and financial professional sectors.</li><li>Deliver high-quality content, including pitches, press releases, blogs, and social media posts, to engage advisors and consumers in understanding the value of annuities and lifetime income guarantees.</li><li>Share content across multiple channels as part of an omni-channel approach.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to align projects with integrated marketing strategies.</li><li>Manage responses to media inquiries and interview requests.</li><li>Measure the effectiveness of campaigns using KPIs like engagement rates, reach, and sentiment analysis, refining tactics based on performance data.</li></ul>
We are looking for a skilled Desktop Support Analyst to join our team in New Haven, Connecticut. In this long-term contract position, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining and optimizing desktop systems, ensuring seamless hardware and software functionality. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on technical environment within the healthcare industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide comprehensive support for over 500 endpoints, addressing a wide range of issues including software installations and hardware repairs.<br>• Perform imaging of organizational and Entra machines to ensure proper configuration and deployment.<br>• Deploy and provide ongoing support for workstations and mobile devices.<br>• Assist with both in-person and virtual meeting setups, ensuring smooth operations.<br>• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to desktop hardware and software.<br>• Utilize Active Directory to manage user accounts and permissions effectively.<br>• Maintain and upgrade systems to ensure compatibility with the latest versions of Windows 10.<br>• Collaborate with team members to improve processes and enhance overall efficiency.
We are looking for a dedicated Help Desk Analyst to join our team in East Hartford, Connecticut. In this long-term contract role, you will provide technical support across a variety of platforms, including Android devices, Apple products, and enterprise systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to utilize your expertise in troubleshooting and configuration while contributing to the efficiency and reliability of IT operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide technical support for Android devices, Apple products, and enterprise systems, ensuring timely resolution of issues.<br>• Configure, deploy, and manage devices and applications across various platforms.<br>• Troubleshoot network and system issues related to Cisco and Citrix technologies.<br>• Assist users with hardware and software challenges on Mac computers and other devices.<br>• Maintain accurate documentation of configurations, deployments, and resolutions.<br>• Collaborate with team members to improve IT processes and user experiences.<br>• Monitor system performance and implement proactive measures to minimize downtime.<br>• Educate end-users on best practices for device and application usage.<br>• Respond to help desk tickets and prioritize tasks based on urgency and impact.<br>• Perform regular updates and patches to ensure system security and stability.
The Service Desk Analyst is responsible to provide courteous, accurate and prompt support to our internal customers. This positions day-to-day activities include utilizing technical troubleshooting skills to solve technical incidents, requests and problems in addition to systematically answering phone calls, voicemail, responding to email, conducting online chat and face-to-face desk-side support. The Service Desk Analyst provides clear documentation of each customer interaction while working within various computer applications and supports a work environment focused on continuously improving the overall success of the department. <br><br>Responding to requests for help from customers.<br>Troubleshooting and resolving difficult technical issues effectively and efficiently.<br>Prioritizing, evaluating, resolving and escalating calls as required.<br>Providing appropriately detailed and timely follow-up support with customers.<br>Submitting accurate and well-documented solutions consistently for inclusion in the knowledge base.<br>Recording every interaction with a customer into the service management system.<br>Instructing customers in the use of hardware, software and manuals.<br>Configuring and distributing hardware and software to customers in a timely manner.<br>Installing hardware and peripheral components such as monitors, keyboards, printers and disk drives on customers’ machines.<br>Loading specified software packages such as operating systems, word processing and all proprietary software programs into personal computers.<br>Configuring and troubleshooting network hardware and communication equipment, operating systems and personal computers.<br>Interacting with Active Directory for Moves, Adds, and Changes.<br>Configuring and maintaining VDI pools and troubleshooting issues with VDI.<br>Entering commands and observing system functions to verify correct system operation.<br>Recommending or performing minor remedial actions to correct problems identified.<br>Providing updates, status and completion information to the Service Desk Manager through voicemail, e-mail, or in-person communication<br>Monitoring new technologies and/or updates required to support the various systems currently in operation.<br>Self-assigning and monitoring progress of work, reporting progress to the Service Desk Manager on a regular basis.<br>Be on call for after-hours coverage as listed on a rotation schedule or as needed.<br>Maintaining medical confidentiality.<br>Performing miscellaneous duties as assigned as assigned by management.<br><br>QUALIFICATIONS<br><br>Ability to follow instructions and respond to managements’ directions accurately.<br>Proven skills in advanced computer troubleshooting, analysis, critical thinking and problem solving skills.<br>Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions, occasionally in urgent situations.<br>Demonstrated skills in accuracy and thoroughness paying close attention to detail. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and monitors own work to ensure quality...
