We are looking for a Benefits Specialist to support employee benefits administration for a Contract position based in Illinois. This role focuses on coordinating benefit programs, resolving employee inquiries, and helping ensure accurate processing across compensation and benefits activities. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with leave administration, benefits analysis, and open enrollment support, along with the ability to work effectively in Dayforce.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer day-to-day benefits activities, including enrollment changes, eligibility updates, and routine issue resolution for employees.<br>• Coordinate benefit program operations by partnering with internal teams, vendors, and employees to maintain accurate and timely service.<br>• Support open enrollment planning and execution by preparing materials, answering questions, and validating elections.<br>• Manage FMLA and related leave processes by tracking documentation, monitoring timelines, and communicating next steps to employees.<br>• Review benefits data for accuracy, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions to improve administration.<br>• Assist with compensation and benefits reporting by compiling information and helping maintain reliable records in Dayforce.<br>• Respond to employee questions regarding coverage, plan options, and benefits procedures in a clear and thorough manner.
<p>We are looking for a Benefits Analysyt to support a health insurance organization in Northbrook, Illinois through a Long-term Contract assignment. This position will take ownership of benefits administration activities, with a strong emphasis on managing the full open enrollment cycle and ensuring accurate employee data handling throughout the process. The role is ideal for someone who brings a proactive mindset, strong problem-solving ability, and a service-oriented approach while working closely with a small support team in a large employee environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead end-to-end open enrollment activities, from planning and preparation through employee support and final completion.</p><p>• Maintain and validate census data to help ensure benefit records are accurate, current, and ready for reporting or enrollment needs.</p><p>• Coordinate day-to-day benefits administration tasks, including reviewing eligibility details, processing updates, and addressing employee questions.</p><p>• Support compensation and benefits-related analysis by organizing data, identifying discrepancies, and helping improve accuracy across programs.</p><p>• Assist with leave-related matters, including FMLA tracking and related documentation, while following company policies and applicable guidelines.</p><p>• Partner with a small internal team to provide benefits support, while independently managing primary ownership of assigned responsibilities.</p><p>• Use Excel and benefits administration systems to track information, prepare reports, and support operational tasks.</p><p>• Contribute to benefits platform updates and process-related activities, including work connected to the transition from Ease to Employee Navigator</p>
We are looking for a Compensation & Benefits Specialist to join a contract position based in Illinois. This role is ideal for a compensation specialist who can interpret pay practices, evaluate market data, and guide stakeholders through compensation processes with clarity and strong customer service. The position also requires a thorough approach to managing manual workflows, analyzing large spreadsheets, and supporting projects tied to job architecture and process improvement.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct compensation evaluations by reviewing job details, analyzing market information, and aligning roles to appropriate pay structures.<br>• Prepare and present pay recommendations that reflect internal guidelines, external competitiveness, and business needs.<br>• Partner with managers and stakeholders to explain compensation practices, answer questions, and provide clear guidance on process steps.<br>• Review job descriptions to support role leveling, pay grade placement, and broader job architecture initiatives.<br>• Manage high-volume spreadsheet work, using Excel formulas to organize data, validate inputs, and support compensation analysis.<br>• Identify inefficiencies in manual processes, document workflow gaps, and recommend practical improvements for greater accuracy and consistency.<br>• Support benefits-related analysis, including areas such as leave administration and workers compensation, as needed within the role.<br>• Track deliverables, timelines, and milestones for compensation-related projects, ensuring work progresses according to schedule.<br>• Contribute to implementation or process-related activities in systems such as Dayforce when compensation expertise is needed.
<p>Our client is seeking an experienced HR Manager to support HR operations at a manufacturing plant in Wheeling, IL. This is a 4-5 month contract with potential for extension. This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable working in a hands-on setting, partnering with plant leadership, and supporting a workforce that has deep tenure and established ways of working. This individual will play a key role in day-to-day HR support, employee communication, benefits-related questions, and HR/payroll system coordination. The right candidate will be approachable, detail-oriented, and capable of building trust with employees.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Provide day-to-day HR operational support in a manufacturing plant environment</li><li>Serve as a visible HR presence by walking the floor and building relationships with employees</li><li>Support employee communication initiatives, including monthly town halls and business meetings</li><li>Answer employee questions related to benefits, policies and general HR matters</li><li>Partner with the payroll team and support payroll-related HR processes using ADP Workforce Now</li><li>Assist with employee relations matters in partnership with HR leadership</li><li>Support recruiting activity for open positions as needed</li><li>Work closely with plant leadership to help improve communication, engagement and overall employee experience</li><li>Maintain accurate HR records and ensure strong attention to detail across all processes</li></ul>