Pallavi Kumari
Palm Beach Gardens
Summary
Results-driven professional Compensation & Benefits Analyst with 12 years of experience across various HR domains. Proven expertise in compensation analysis, benefits administration, compliance reporting, and HR operations. Skilled in data analysis, problem-solving, and regulatory compliance, ensuring optimal benefits solutions. Strong collaborator with focus on achieving measurable results and adaptable to changing needs. Reliable team player with commitment to excellence and integrity.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Compensation & Benefits Analyst
Island Hospitality Management LLC
02.2023 - Current
- Managed relationships with external partners such as insurance carriers and brokers to ensure optimal service levels for both the company and its employees.
- Collaborated with HR team to design and administer annual benefits open enrollment events, leading to a smooth process for all employees.
- Evaluated existing benefit policies and recommended improvements based on benchmarking data analysis against industry standards.
- Partnered with brokers to improve benefits plan offerings by analyzing industry trends.
- Developed and implemented effective communication strategies for promoting benefit programs to employees, resulting in increased participation rates.
- Ensured accurate recordkeeping by maintaining up-to-date employee benefits data in HRIS systems and creating regular reports for management review.
- Built relationships with vendors to foster quality service delivery.
- Lead the 401K program, including contributions, audits, and compliance testing.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations for compensation and benefits programs.
- Overseeing and administering the Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliance process, ensuring timely and accurate annual filings
- Executing comprehensive Non-Discrimination Testing to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Conduct invoice reconciliation for multiple vendors to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Delivering data analysis and benefits budget insights to leadership for informed decision-making.
- Administer compensation programs including merit, market adjustments, promotions, and other reward programs.
- Conducted wage and salary surveys to build competitive compensation plans.
- Researched and analyzed wage, salary and other industry trends.
- Manage the execution of annual compensation and bonus cycles.
- Conduct detailed market analysis to maintain competitive compensation and benefits offerings.
Senior HR Specialist
Larsen & Toubro Infotech Ltd
07.2010 - 02.2023
- Managed complex employee relations issues, conducting thorough investigations and applying appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary.
- Developed strong relationships between management and staff members through open communication channels, leading to improved collaboration across all departments.
- Analyzed company trends and rectified employee performance issues.
- Supported organizational growth by aligning human resources strategy with overall business objectives and guiding executive decision-making processes accordingly.
- Planned new hire orientations and handled contracts.
- Increased employee productivity levels by conducting regular performance evaluations, setting clear expectations, and providing constructive feedback.
- Enhanced employee retention by developing and implementing comprehensive onboarding programs.
- Supported HR metrics, compliance, succession planning, training, and development initiatives.
- Conducted workplace compliance training to mitigate risks.
- Managed performance appraisals in collaboration with supervisors.
- Handled new hire onboarding, policy reviews, and employee training.
HR Specialist
Larsen & Toubro Infotech Ltd
12.2013 - 06.2019
- Managed benefits administration for onsite company-wide staff in USA & Canada, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
- Conducted routine HR audits to ensure data accuracy in personnel files, payroll records, and benefit enrollments.
- Facilitated smooth onboarding processes for new hires, leading to faster integration into the workplace culture.
- Managed end to end HR functions including compensation, benefits, onboarding, separations, and payroll.
- Handled benefits enrollment, payroll coordination, and HRIS activities for USA, Canada & South Africa region.
- Ensured smooth payroll processing for 2,500 US-based employees.
- Led onboarding initiatives for new trainees and streamlined orientation processes.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
- Generated and analyzed reports to monitor employee engagement and attrition trends.
- Administered employee leave requests in accordance with FMLA guidelines, maintaining compliance with regulations while providing necessary accommodations for staff members.
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
Senior Software Engineer
Larsen & Toubro Infotech Ltd
07.2010 - 11.2013
- Collaborated with project teams to develop and deploy scalable solutions.
- Prepared business requirement documents and user manuals.
- Resolved technical issues through coordination with developers and QA teams.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Communications
Nagpur University
08.2008
Skills
- Compensation & Benefits Analysis
- HR Operations & Payroll Management
- Open Enrollment & Benefits Benchmarking
- Benefits Budget Planning & Compliance Reporting
- Grievance Handling & Employee Engagement
- Performance Management & Data Analysis
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- 401K Administration, Audit & Non-Discrimination Testing (NDT)
- Invoice Reconciliation & Reporting
Certification
- Compensation & Benefits Certificate (HRCI) Completed 2024-09
- Compensation Fundamentals Certificate (PayScale) Completed 2025-01
Timeline
Compensation & Benefits Analyst
Island Hospitality Management LLC
02.2023 - Current
HR Specialist
Larsen & Toubro Infotech Ltd
12.2013 - 06.2019
Senior HR Specialist
Larsen & Toubro Infotech Ltd
07.2010 - 02.2023
Senior Software Engineer
Larsen & Toubro Infotech Ltd
07.2010 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Communications
Nagpur University
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