Compensation and Benefits Project Manager Specialist (Contract)

Compensation and Benefits Project Manager Specialist (Contract)

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Job Title : Compensation and Benefits Project Manager Specialist

Location : Near Green Oaks, IL (Hybrid : 3 Days in the office)

Rate : $49 - $55 / hr

Contract Duration : 1 Year (with possible extensions, up to 2 years without transition to FTE)

Contract Type : W-2 (Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; No Sponsorships or C2C)

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Compensation and Benefits Specialist for our client to lead a critical benefits project within their Benefits Practice Center. This role focuses on retirement plans, including 401K and pension administration, and is instrumental in managing the transition of our benefits administration from the current vendor (Alight) to Fidelity. The Specialist will work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure a seamless vendor transition, effective project planning, and timely delivery of project milestones.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Coordination :
• Lead the planning and execution of the benefits project, managing project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Utilize a tracking system provided by the Hiring Manager to monitor progress against deliverables.
• Vendor Transition :
• Coordinate meetings with Fidelity to facilitate the vendor transition from Alight to Fidelity.
• Oversee the development and execution of testing plans with Fidelity to ensure smooth implementation.
• Stakeholder Management :
• Interface with internal teams, including HR, Benefits, and the PMO, to ensure clear communication and alignment on project objectives.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings and manage expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Risk & Issue Management :
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, providing timely updates to senior leadership.
• Process Improvement :
• Recommend and implement strategies to enhance efficiency and improve benefits administration processes.
• Documentation & Reporting :
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, timelines, and status reports.
• Utilize advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.

Qualifications

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Business Consulting and Services

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