Manager, Leave of Absence

This is a Fully Remote Job About Our Client:The organization operates in the healthcare intelligence industry, focusing on delivering value, transparency, and efficiency across the healthcare payment continuum. Serving over 85 health plans nationwide and representing more than 270 million lives, the company provides a fully configurable, AI-powered platform combined with specialized expertise to improve financial outcomes and reduce healthcare costs. About the Opportunity:The MANAGER, LEAVE OF ABSENCE leads the administration of employee leave programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations for a remote workforce. This role is critical for managing complex leave types and supports the Benefits team by contributing to health, welfare, and retirement plan administration, thereby maintaining workforce stability and regulatory adherence. Responsibilities:Administer all leave types including FMLA, state-specific leaves, ADA-related leave, and military leave.Monitor eligibility, certifications, and entitlement balances for concurrent leave types.Manage intermittent and reduced-schedule leave requests with compliance.Coordinate with payroll and third-party vendors to ensure accurate pay and benefits continuation.Provide guidance to managers and employees on leave requests while maintaining confidentiality.Track and implement changes in state and federal leave legislation.Maintain leave-related records, reporting, and audit readiness.Support daily benefits administration tasks and assist during open enrollment and audits.Act as backup for benefits inquiries during absences or peak periods.Maintain and improve leave and benefits processes and documentation.Identify and implement process improvements and support related system updates. Requirements:Over 5 years of experience in leave of absence administration with direct FMLA and multi-state compliance responsibility.Knowledge of ADA interactive process and state-specific leave laws.Experience collaborating with payroll and third-party leave administrators.Strong judgment in handling confidential employee matters.Effective communication skills for explaining complex leave policies.Preferred qualifications include benefits administration experience, relevant certifications (CLMS, CEBS, PHR/SHRM-CP), HRIS proficiency, and experience with a remote national workforce. Pay Range and Compensation Package:Pay range: $100,000 to $120,000. Benefits & Perks:Medical, dental, and vision insurance.Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.Tuition reimbursement.401(k) plan with company match.Additional health and wellness benefits.Flexible and supportive work environment allowing remote work across the US. Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin. Note:TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.