Leave of Absence Specialist

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.

If you are a BENEFITS professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! As the Leave of Absence Specialist, you will play a critical role in optimizing our organization’s total rewards by overseeing a complex portfolio of employee leave programs and ensuring a seamless, compliant, and compassionate experience during key life events.

Who You Are

• You evaluate pros and cons, risks and benefits of different solution options.
• You carefully consider all relevant factors and use appropriate decision-making criteria and principles.
• You seek ways to improve processes, from small tweaks to complete reengineering.
• You draw upon multiple relationships to exchange ideas, resources, and know-how.
• You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels.

Location

Location: Ideally, this role will be based in St. Louis, MO or Sidney, OH. However, the role can be hybrid/flexible with candidates willing to travel on a regular basis to company locations.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Strong command of FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, state leave laws, and disability programs; ability to interpret and apply complex regulations.
• Ability to translate complex policies into clear, actionable guidance for employees and leaders.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret market data.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Maintain composure and efficiency in stressful situations.
• Skill in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Five (5) years in leave administration, benefits operations, or HR compliance within a multi-state or enterprise environment.
• Prior experience in a large global company.
• Experience with Workday HCM and ServiceNow.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

Our Commitment to Our People

Around the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That's why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial. Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally. Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.