Benefit and Leave Specialist

This is an individual contributor role with a primary focus on administering U.S. health & welfare programs and leaves of absence processes. This individual will work closely with Human Resources and Payroll to drive consistency and compliance in all benefit and leave-related matters. Working with the Benefits leader, you will analyze current and proposed benefits programs for alignment with Enviri’s Total Rewards philosophy, market competitiveness, compliance with applicable regulatory and legislative requirements and for cost effectiveness. You will be the primary liaison for employees in all divisions and corporate personnel, including the HR team, regarding escalated member issues (eligibility, coverage, claims, etc.). You'll work with vendor partners to ensure resolution of eligibility and claim issues, prepare accounting as needed for vendor remittance and reconcile employee contributions and partner with Payroll, HRIS and division HR teams to ensure smooth operation of plans and value-added employee experience. This position will review and administer leave requests, including but not limited to Short- and Long-Term Disability, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Parental Bonding Leave. You will provide assistance to and partner with vendor management, employees, human resources and business operations, develop and maintain various leave administration databases and spreadsheets, and track compliance and generate reports as requested. This position may assist w