We are looking for a Compensation & Benefits Specialist to support benefit administration and employee leave processes for a utilities and infrastructure organization in Katy, Texas. This Long-term Contract position is primarily onsite, with potential flexibility for a hybrid arrangement based on experience and business needs. The individual in this role will help maintain accurate benefits operations, respond to employee questions, and contribute to compensation and benefits activities with a strong focus on detail and service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer day-to-day benefits activities, including enrollments, updates, and coordination with internal teams and external providers.<br>• Support employee compensation and benefits programs by reviewing records, tracking changes, and helping ensure information is current and accurate.<br>• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions related to benefit plans, eligibility, coverage, and general program guidelines.<br>• Coordinate leave-related processes, including FMLA administration, documentation follow-up, and status tracking.<br>• Analyze benefits data and assist with reporting to identify discrepancies, support audits, and improve process accuracy.<br>• Maintain organized HR and benefits documentation while helping ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.<br>• Partner with HR stakeholders to resolve administrative issues and support ongoing improvements in compensation and benefits operations.
We are looking for a skilled and analytical Compensation & Benefits Specialist to join our Human Resources team in Houston, Texas. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to play a critical role in shaping and maintaining a fair, competitive, and strategically aligned compensation structure for the organization. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in compensation processes, salary grading, and job code audits, coupled with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to leverage HR systems effectively.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead compensation projects, including the design and implementation of structured role mapping and salary grade frameworks.<br>• Develop salary grade structures based on market research and internal benchmarking to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices.<br>• Conduct detailed audits of existing compensation systems, identifying inconsistencies and recommending updates to salary ranges.<br>• Streamline job code management by addressing duplicates and aligning codes with organizational roles.<br>• Utilize HR software tools, such as UKG Pro, to analyze payroll data and support equitable compensation strategies.<br>• Research and analyze market trends to maintain competitive compensation offerings.<br>• Collaborate with HR business partners, leadership teams, and recruiters to implement and communicate updates to salary ranges and policies.<br>• Support compliance with relevant labor laws and regulations related to compensation and benefits.