HR Specialist

Description We are looking for an HR Specialist to support a broad range of people operations activities for a financial services organization in Stamford, Connecticut. This Long-term Contract position will play an important role in delivering a strong employee experience across benefits, employee relations, compliance, and day-to-day HR administration. The ideal candidate will bring a practical, service-oriented approach and the ability to work effectively with employees, managers, and cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the administration of employee benefit offerings, including health, retirement, and wellness programs, and help ensure employees receive timely and accurate information.
• Partner with external providers and internal stakeholders to resolve enrollment matters, support benefits communication, and maintain smooth vendor coordination.
• Guide employees through key lifecycle events by coordinating onboarding and separation activities that create an organized and positive experience.
• Advise managers and staff on HR policies, workplace practices, and employee-related questions while promoting consistency and professionalism.
• Collaborate with global HR business partners to address employee relations matters and provide support on performance discussions and probationary reviews.
• Manage leave administration, including parental, disability, and other absences, while working closely with payroll to support accurate processing.
• Maintain complete and up-to-date employee records within HR systems and ensure data integrity across HR documentation.
• Monitor adherence to applicable labor regulations and internal standards, and assist with audits, reporting needs, and compliance-related activities.
• Contribute to regional and global HR initiatives, process enhancements, and programs that strengthen inclusion and workplace culture. Requirements
• Experience supporting core human resources functions in an HR Generalist or similar role.
• Working knowledge of employee relations practices, HR administration, and employee onboarding processes.
• Familiarity with benefits administration, including coordination with vendors and employee support for plan-related questions.
• Experience using HRIS platforms to maintain employee data and support routine reporting or recordkeeping.
• Understanding of leave management processes and coordination with payroll or related internal teams.
• Knowledge of HR compliance requirements and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to support employees and managers effectively.

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