Leave Manager

A bachelor’s degree (accredited) in Human Resources or a similar field of study, or equivalent years of related work experience in lieu of a degree is required.
10+ years of progressive experience in leave administration, HR operations, or a related field, with expert-level knowledge of FMLA, ADA, state disability programs, paid family/medical leave, and other leave policies.
5+ years of direct leadership experience managing a leave administration team or HR department.
Proficiency in HR technology systems (e.g., Workday, or similar platforms) is required.
Expertise in U.S. leave laws and regulations, ensuring full compliance across multiple states.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and HRIS reporting tools.

Oversee and manage all aspects of leave administration, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and company policies.
Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) on leave programs, partnering with HRBPs and leadership to ensure understanding and adherence.
Analyze leave trends and provide regular reporting and recommendations to HR and leadership.
Collaborate with legal, payroll, and benefits teams to ensure seamless execution of leave processes and accurate payroll integration.
Lead and develop the leave administration team, ensuring continuous training and compliance with evolving leave laws.
Act as the escalation point for complex leave cases, providing guidance and resolution strategies.
Develop and maintain comprehensive leave-related training materials, resources, and process documentation.
Identify and implement enhancements to leave processes, improving efficiency and team member experience.
Partner with external vendors, where applicable, to ensure effective leave administration and compliance.
Perform additional duties as assigned by HR leadership.

Retail industry experience with multi-unit, multi-state responsibilities is highly preferred.