Leave Specialist II

About Our Client

The organization operates within the legal services industry, providing comprehensive legal support including litigation, business law, and government relations. It serves a diverse client base ranging from global Fortune 500 companies to startups and high-profile individuals. With over 1,000 attorneys and a presence across multiple offices on two continents, the organization addresses complex legal challenges and supports clients in managing risk and making informed business decisions. It emphasizes inclusion and values diverse perspectives to enhance service quality.

About the Opportunity

The LEAVE SPECIALIST II is responsible for administering leave policies and procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local laws such as the Family and Medical Leave Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. This role supports employees and managers with leave-related issues and provides backup for data-related functions, including analyzing reports and troubleshooting workflow and configuration issues. The position plays a critical role in ensuring proper leave administration and contributes to client implementations by validating system configurations and supporting technical onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Administer leave policies including FMLA, ADA, PWFA, and related laws.
• Process leave requests and documentation in a timely manner.
• Determine employee eligibility for leave based on gathered information.
• Approve or deny leave requests using sound judgment.
• Communicate with employees and managers on leave matters.
• Provide training on leave policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate leave records and reports.
• Stay informed on changes to leave laws and regulations.
• Perform additional duties supporting departmental goals.
• Configure leave administration systems per client requirements.
• Validate leave plans, codes, eligibility rules, workflows, and notifications.
• Conduct system and user acceptance testing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve configuration issues with technical teams.
• Ensure accurate data integration and file transmissions.
• Support client implementations through testing, validation, and issue resolution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in leave administration.
• Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and applicable leave laws.
• Sound decision-making and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Proficiency in Excel.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $85,000 - $105,000, subject to candidate experience, qualifications, and location.

Note: RemoteHunter is a recruitment partner of this role; employment decisions are made exclusively by the hiring employer.