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Counsel, Absence Management

Radnor, PA · Hybrid

$96K - $176K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Group Protection contract review and negotiation, employment law, ERISA, absence management, and privacy. What you'll be doing • Serving as a subject matter expert for internal stakeholders on ...

Absence Management Coordinator

York, PA · On-site

$20.75 - $27/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Maintains knowledge of HR Absence Management policies, workflows, and record keeping requirements. Provides support in up-to-date standard operating procedures. * Ensures team member experience is ...

Absence Management Coordinator

York, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

General Summary Supports the organization's team members and leaders in relation to absence management in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and organizational strategy. Completes ...

Counsel, Absence Management

Radnor, PA · Hybrid

$96K - $176K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Group Protection contract review and negotiation, employment law, ERISA, absence management, and privacy. What you'll be doing Serving as a subject matter expert for internal stakeholders on complex ...

Counsel, Absence Management

Radnor, PA · On-site

$96K - $176K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Group Protection contract review and negotiation, employment law, ERISA, absence management, and privacy. What you'll be doing • Serving as a subject matter expert for internal stakeholders on ...

Absence Management Lead Primary Skills: Peoplesoft Absence Management Lead Location: Bellevue WA Duration: 1+ yr Description: Absence Management Lead Please respond with your contact info, rate and ...

Experience in Absence Management such as leave management or other time away from work benefits Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Excellent interpersonal/communication skills * Proficient ...

Absence Management Specialist (Hybrid)

Boston, MA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Absence Management Specialist The Absence Management Specialist is to provide excellent customer service to employees regarding all aspects of absence management. This position is a subject matter ...

Absence Management Coordinator

Irving, TX · On-site

$20.25 - $26.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Johnson Service Group is seeking an Absence Management Coordinator Ensures the highest level of customer service and responsiveness throughout the ADA or FMLA Leave of Absence (LOA) process with ...

PeopleSoft Absence Management Functional Lead Location: Bellevue, WA Duration: 1+ Years Required Skills: 5+ years of experience with Absence Management consultant experience with team leadership ...

Absence Management Specialist

Charleston, WV · Remote

$24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

In this position, you are responsible for applying appropriate claims management by providing reliable and responsive service to claimants and clients. Description of responsibilities: * Investigates ...

Absence Management Specialist

$24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

In this position, you are responsible for applying appropriate claims management by providing reliable and responsive service to claimants and clients. Description of responsibilities: * Investigates ...

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How much do absence management jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for absence management in the United States is $48,396.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $48,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an absence management professional do?

As an Absence Management professional, your daily responsibilities usually include reviewing and processing employee leave requests, maintaining accurate leave records, and ensuring all absences comply with legal and company policies. You may partner closely with HR teams, managers, and third-party vendors to coordinate accommodations and manage return-to-work processes. The role also often involves answering employee questions about leave entitlements, providing necessary documentation, and monitoring ongoing cases. Effective communication and attention to detail are vital, as your work directly impacts both employee experience and organizational productivity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for absence management?

To thrive in Absence Management, you need a strong understanding of HR policies, leave of absence regulations, and experience with employee case management, usually supported by a degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field. Familiarity with HRIS platforms, leave tracking systems, and knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and other compliance standards are typically required. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate empathetically with employees and managers are crucial soft skills. These skills ensure compliance, minimize disruption to business operations, and support the well-being of employees throughout their leave processes.

What is absence management?

An Absence Management job involves overseeing and coordinating employee leave policies, including sick leave, vacation, disability, and other time-off requests. Professionals in this role ensure compliance with company policies and labor laws while supporting employees through their leave processes. They also work to minimize the impact of absences on business operations by implementing effective tracking systems and return-to-work strategies. Effective absence management helps maintain productivity, reduce costs, and promote employee well-being.

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Infographic showing various Absence Management job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,396 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

Counsel, Absence Management

Lincoln Financial

Radnor, PA • Hybrid

$96K - $176K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Lincoln Financial rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 73 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

229th of 308 rated insurance


Job description

Alternate Locations: Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania); Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Hartford, CT (Connecticut); Omaha, NE (Nebraska)

 Work Arrangement:

Hybrid : Employee will work 3 days a week in a Lincoln office

Relocation assistance:  is not available for this opportunity.

Requisition #: 76393

The Role at a Glance

We're excited to add a Senior Consultant, Legal Counsel to support our Absence Management product portfolio. In this role, you will provide legal guidance and support related to the development, sale, and administration of the Company's insurance products, absence management solutions, and related services. You will also advise the Company in one or more of the following areas: Group Protection contract review and negotiation, employment law, ERISA, absence management, and privacy.

What you'll be doing

•    Serving as a subject matter expert for internal stakeholders on complex matters involving absence management, statutory disability, and accommodation services.
•    Providing strategic guidance on complex assignments, projects, and initiatives designed to strengthen and enhance Lincoln's absence management, statutory disability, and accommodation service offerings.
•    Acting as a key legal advisor in cross-functional environments, partnering with business leaders to evaluate current and emerging practices, identifying legal and regulatory risks, and recommending appropriate controls and process improvements.
•    Counseling business partners on complex legal issues related to absence management, statutory disability, and accommodation services to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies while mitigating enterprise risk.
•    Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and advising on business contracts, coordinating with internal stakeholders and other contract review teams as needed.
•    Leading and collaborating with internal partners to develop practical, business-focused solutions to legal and operational issues impacting Group Protection.
•    Researching, analyzing, and advising clients regarding laws and regulations applicable to insurance products and related services, including absence management solutions.
•    Leading special projects and partnering with team members to improve, streamline, and enhance processes, procedures, and operational effectiveness.

What we’re looking for

Must Have:

•    Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school and active membership in at least one state bar in good standing.
•    5-7+ years of legal experience in a law firm, corporate legal department, or comparable environment with responsibilities directly aligned to this role.
•    Demonstrated ability to communicate complex legal concepts effectively and present information to diverse audiences, including claims professionals, outside counsel, business leaders, senior executives, and other stakeholders.


Nice to Have:

•    Experience advising on absence management, disability, accommodation, FMLA, ADA, leave administration, or employee benefits matters.
•    Knowledge of ERISA, employment-related laws, privacy regulations, and insurance industry regulations.
•    Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
•    Ability to balance legal risk with practical business solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 4, 2026, subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.

What’s it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future. 

What’s in it for you:

  • Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes

  • Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

  • PTO/parental leave

  • Competitive 401K and employee benefits

  • Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program

  • Tuition assistance program

  • Work arrangements that work for you

  • Effective productivity/technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is $96,900 - $176,200 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees.  In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual.  Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services. 

With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach. 

Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice. 

Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. 

Follow us on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube. For the latest company news, visit our newsroom. 

Be Aware of Fraudulent Recruiting Activities

If you are interested in a career at Lincoln, we encourage you to review our current openings and apply on our website. Lincoln values the privacy and security of every applicant and urges all applicants to diligently protect their sensitive personal information from scams targeting job seekers. These scams can take many forms including fake employment applications, bogus interviews and falsified offer letters.

Lincoln will not ask applicants to provide their social security numbers, date of birth, bank account information or other sensitive information in job applications. Additionally, our recruiters do not communicate with applicants through free e-mail accounts (Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or conduct interviews utilizing video chat rooms. We will never ask applicants to provide payment during the hiring process or extend an offer without conducting a phone, live video or in-person interview.  Please contact Lincoln's fraud team at fraudhotline@lfg.com if you encounter a recruiter or see a job opportunity that seems suspicious.

Additional Information

This position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy.  An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.

Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted through our web site or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Lincoln Financial are considered property of Lincoln Financial and are not subject to payment of agency fees.

Lincoln Financial ("Lincoln" or "the Company") is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability. Opportunities throughout Lincoln are available to employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling (866) 922-6543.

This Employer Participates in E-Verify. See the E-Verify notices.

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Lincoln Financial Group, a Fortune 200 company with over 10,000 employees, provides advice and solutions that help empower Americans to take charge of their financial lives with confidence. Our core business areas - Life Insurance, Annuities, Retirement Plan Services and Group Protection - focus on supporting, preserving and enhancing over 17 million customer's lifestyles and retirement outcomes. Headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania, Lincoln Financial Group is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE: LNC) and its affiliates. The company had $324 billion in end-of-period account values as of June 30, 2021. Ranked one of the Best Large Employers in America and Best Employers for Women by Forbes magazine as well as one of Newsweek's Most Responsible Companies, Lincoln Financial Group makes a serious investment in our employees' futures through a broad range of wealth accumulation and protection plans, health and wellness programs, and career development resources designed to help each individual reach their personal and professional goals.

Industry

Finance and insurance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Radnor, PA, US

Year founded

1905