Manager, Leave of Absence

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Manager, Leave of Absence to join the team of a leader in the Technical Services space. This role will own leave administration strategy and execution across a remote workforce, with a strong focus on multi-state compliance and a consistent employee experience. You will partner closely with payroll, disability vendors, managers, and employees to ensure leave processes are handled accurately, empathetically, and in alignment with applicable laws. The position also plays a key role in monitoring regulatory change, maintaining documentation, and improving policies that support the organization and its people.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Administer all leave types, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations for a remote workforce
• Track eligibility and entitlement balances for concurrent leave types
• Manage requests for intermittent and reduced-schedule leave, ensuring compliance with regulations
• Coordinate with payroll and disability vendors for accurate pay and benefits continuation
• Serve as the main contact for employees and managers regarding leave requests, providing empathetic guidance
• Monitor legislative changes affecting leave entitlements and update policies accordingly
• Maintain leave-related documentation and prepare reports for management on complex cases

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in leave of absence administration, with a focus on FMLA and multi-state compliance
• Knowledge of ADA requirements related to leave processes
• Strong grasp of state-specific leave laws and their interaction with federal regulations
• Experience collaborating with payroll and third-party administrators for leave and disability
• Ability to handle sensitive employee situations with discretion and judgment
• Excellent communication skills for explaining complex leave rules to various stakeholders

Benefits

• Work from anywhere in the US, embracing a digital-first approach
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA)
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
• Additional health and wellness benefits and perks
• A flexible and empowering work environment

Pay

$100,000 – $120,000 annually