Located in Charleston, SC
Pay: 70000
Job Full Description
Position Description
Job Title: Human Resources / Benefits Administrator
Compensation: Approximately $70,000 annually, plus bonus opportunity (based on experience)
Pay Type: Salaried
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 45 hours per week with flexible start and end times
Location: Downtown Charleston, SC (on-site position with parking available)
Position Overview
A privately held organization with operations concentrated in consumer finance and real estate is seeking an experienced Human Resources / Benefits Administrator to join its team. This role supports multiple business units, including retail locations throughout South Carolina and Georgia, and works closely with Executive Management.
The Human Resources / Benefits Administrator plays a critical role in overseeing benefits administration, employee relations, recruitment support, and compliance with employment laws and regulations. This position is fully on-site in a downtown Charleston office.
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-Day Duties:
- Administer and manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance offerings and annual open enrollment, in partnership with the benefits broker; serve as the primary point of contact for benefits-related questions.
- Monitor and maintain compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations; stay informed of legislative changes impacting human resources.
- Support employee relations matters, including investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations, making recommendations and implementing appropriate actions.
- Assist with the full recruitment lifecycle, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and onboarding.
- Manage Workers’ Compensation claims, including reporting, carrier communication, and follow-up.
- Handle unemployment claims, prepare required documentation, represent the organization at hearings when necessary, and analyze trends to reduce future claims.
- Assist with weekly payroll processing as needed.
- Ensure compliance with COBRA, ADA, and FMLA requirements.
- Generate, analyze, and maintain HR reports using the HRIS system (UKG/Kronos), including data related to staffing, turnover, recruiting, and compensation.
- Administer driving record reviews and auto insurance compliance programs.
- Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and operational efficiencies across the organization.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records with strict confidentiality.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and/or certification in Human Resources.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in human resources or benefits administration; experience in a family office or multi-entity environment is a plus.
- SHRM-CP certification preferred.
- Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Title VII, Title IX, and EEO regulations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms; UKG/Kronos experience strongly preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Work Environment:
This role requires in-office work at a downtown Charleston location and is not a remote position. On-site parking is available.
Charleston (Northeast), SC
1756
1470 Ben Sawyer Boulevard
Suite 3
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
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