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Restaurant Manager

Saint Johns, FL · On-site

$40K - $50K/yr

Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave * Manager Bonus Program * 401(k) with Company Match * Education Reimbursement Program * Career Advancement Opportunities! Categories Deli, Quick Service ...

Manage all aspects of the leave of absence process, including FMLA, parental, medical, bereavement, jury duty and personal leaves, ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state laws and ...

Manage all aspects of the leave of absence process, including FMLA, parental, medical, bereavement, jury duty and personal leaves, ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state laws and ...

Summary Manage full cycle leave of absence cases via ServiceNow for all of the United States plus Canada. Case load average is 150+ cases and the specialist handles the case from intake to ...

Document all cases reported both in and outside of the case management system as appropriate and ... ADA, FMLA, Leave of Absence procedures, religious accommodations, and pregnancy accommodations.

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What does a Leave Manager do?

A Leave Manager is responsible for overseeing and administering employee leave programs within an organization, such as medical, family, parental, or other types of leave. They ensure that all leave requests comply with company policies and legal regulations, such as the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Leave Managers coordinate with HR, payroll, and department managers to process leave applications, maintain accurate records, and support employees throughout the leave process. Their role is crucial in balancing organizational needs with employee rights and well-being.

How does a Leave Manager typically collaborate with HR and department managers to ensure smooth leave processes?

A Leave Manager works closely with HR teams and department managers to coordinate employee leave requests, ensure policy compliance, and minimize disruptions to business operations. This involves regular communication to track leave balances, review documentation, and plan for adequate coverage during absences. Leave Managers often facilitate meetings or updates to resolve any conflicts and provide guidance on legal requirements, helping maintain consistency and fairness across the organization.

What is the difference between Leave Manager vs HR Coordinator?

AspectLeave ManagerHR Coordinator
Primary RoleManages employee leave policies, tracks leave requests, and ensures complianceSupports HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations
Required CredentialsHR certification or relevant experience, knowledge of leave lawsHR certification or degree, general HR knowledge
Work EnvironmentAdministrative, HR department, often in corporate settingsOffice environment, supporting HR team across various functions
Industry UsageCommon in organizations with structured leave policiesWidespread in HR departments across industries

The Leave Manager focuses specifically on managing employee leave policies and tracking leave requests, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. In contrast, the HR Coordinator handles a broader range of HR functions, including recruitment and employee relations. While both roles require HR knowledge and certifications, the Leave Manager specializes in leave management, making it a more focused position within HR teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Leave Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Leave Manager, you need a strong understanding of leave laws (such as FMLA and ADA), HR policies, and experience with employee case management. Familiarity with HRIS and leave management systems, as well as certifications like SHRM-CP or PHR, are commonly required. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help in managing sensitive cases and ensuring policy compliance. These competencies are crucial for minimizing legal risks, maintaining workforce productivity, and supporting employee well-being.
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Leave of Absence & Accommodations Manager

L'Oreal

Tampa, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago


L'Oreal rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 77 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 24 rated health and beauty retailers


Job description

Job Title: Manager, Employee Leave & ADA Accommodations Support
Division: Corporate
Location: Tampa, Florida
Reports To: Director, Employee Support / HR Operations
Direct Reports: Sr Specialist(s) & Specialist(s), Employee Leave & ADA Accommodations Support
Who We Are
For more than a century, L'Oréal has devoted its energy, innovation, and scientific excellence solely to one business: Beauty. Our goal is to offer each and every person around the world the best of beauty in terms of quality, efficacy, safety, sincerity and responsibility to satisfy all beauty needs and desires in their infinite diversity.
What You Will Do
The Manager, Employee Leave & ADA Accommodations Support leads a team of HR specialists dedicated to delivering customer service excellence across all aspects of employee leave administration and ADA reasonable accommodations. This role serves as the primary subject matter expert and people leader for the Leave and ADA Support function, partnering closely with Human Resources, Payroll, Legal, and third-party vendors to ensure a seamless, compliant, and employee-centric experience for the L'ORÉAL USA and SalonCentric employee population.
People Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of Sr Specialists and Specialists within the Employee Leave & ADA Accommodations Support function.
  • Set clear performance expectations, conduct regular 1:1s, and deliver formal performance reviews.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee-first service delivery.
  • Identify training needs and develop upskilling plans for team members across leave programs, ADA accommodations processes, systems, and procedures.
  • Manage workload distribution across the team to ensure balanced capacity and service level adherence across both Leave and ADA functions.
  • Serve as the first point of escalation for team members on complex, sensitive, or ambiguous leave and/or accommodations cases.

Leave Program Management
Oversee the administration of all leave programs for the L'ORÉAL USA and SalonCentric employee population, including:
Short-Term Disability (STD)
  • Manage end-to-end oversight of the STD program in partnership with the leave management vendor.
  • Ensure timely reconciliation of vendor leave reports against One Profile system status.
  • Monitor team adherence to STD processes and ensure consistent employee communications.

Long-Term Disability (LTD)
  • Provide strategic oversight of the LTD program, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and employee experience.
  • Lead the reconciliation of vendor leave reports against One Profile for all LTD cases.
  • Waiver of Premium Management: Oversee the waiver of premium process, ensuring the team accurately analyzes employee wage data and calculates the correct wage base so that life insurance claims are processed with the correct benefit amounts.
  • Death Claim Processing: Direct the death claim process for employees on LTD, ensuring coordination across vendors, benefits, HR, and payroll is handled with accuracy, sensitivity, and timeliness.
  • Escalation Management: Serve as the senior point of escalation for complex LTD cases, working cross-functionally to drive resolution while maintaining compliance and employee advocacy.

Additional Leave Programs:
  • Parental Leaves
  • Workers' Compensation
  • FMLA
  • Military Leaves

ADA Reasonable Accommodations Management
  • Lead and oversee the end-to-end ADA reasonable accommodations review process for the L'ORÉAL USA and SalonCentric employee population.
  • Ensure the interactive process is consistently followed in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws, partnering closely with HR Business Partners, Legal, and business leaders.
  • Guide the team in reviewing accommodation requests, gathering appropriate medical documentation, evaluating the nature of the request, and determining reasonable accommodation options in alignment with company policy.
  • Oversee the documentation and tracking of all accommodation cases to ensure timely resolution, proper record-keeping, and audit readiness.
  • Partner with HR and business leaders to identify creative and practical accommodation solutions that support employee productivity while meeting legal obligations.
  • Manage and resolve escalated or complex accommodation cases, including those involving potential undue hardship determinations, alternative accommodation options, or intersection with leave programs.
  • Ensure the team is well-versed in identifying situations where ADA accommodations and leave programs intersect (e.g., FMLA, STD, LTD) and guide appropriate concurrent administration.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ADA regulations, EEOC guidance, and state-specific disability accommodation requirements to ensure ongoing compliance.
  • Develop and deliver training and guidance to HR and management on the ADA interactive process, reasonable accommodations, and related compliance obligations.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management
  • Serve as the primary relationship owner with the Leave Management vendor, holding regular cadence meetings to review performance, resolve escalations, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Partner with Legal, Benefits, Payroll, and HR Business Partners on complex leave and ADA accommodation scenarios, policy interpretation, and compliance matters.
  • Represent the Leave & ADA Support function in cross-functional projects, system implementations, and HR initiatives.

Policy, Compliance & Process Improvement
  • Ensure all leave and ADA accommodation processes comply with applicable federal and state regulations (FMLA, ADA, state leave laws, etc.).
  • Maintain and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process documentation for both the Leave and ADA functions.
  • Proactively identify process gaps and lead continuous improvement initiatives to drive efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on leave and ADA policy questions, escalated compliance matters, and policy acknowledgement processes.

What We Are Looking For
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in HR Operations, Leave Administration, ADA Accommodations, or a related Shared Services environment.
  • 2+ years of people management experience, with a demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and inspire a team.
  • Deep knowledge of leave programs including STD, LTD, FMLA, Workers' Compensation, and Parental Leave.
  • Working knowledge of the ADA interactive process, reasonable accommodations administration, and related federal and state compliance requirements.
  • Proven experience managing vendor relationships and holding third parties accountable to SLAs and performance standards.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify discrepancies, and drive data-driven decisions.
  • Experience with waiver of premium processes and/or life insurance wage base calculations is strongly preferred.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential employee matters with discretion and empathy.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Physical requirements: primarily sedentary role requiring extended periods of sitting; in-office presence required per hybrid policy.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with SAP, SuccessFactors, ServiceNow, or similar HRIS/case management platforms.
  • Prior experience in a large, matrixed, or global organization.
  • Familiarity with death claim processing and LTD insurance benefit administration.
  • Experience managing concurrent Leave and ADA accommodation cases.
  • Advanced degree (MBA, MS in HR, or related field).
  • Relevant certifications: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or CEBS.

What's In It For You
  • Competitive Salary (commensurate with experience)
  • Competitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)
  • Hybrid Work Policy (3 Days in Office, 2 Days Work from Home)
  • Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!)
  • Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L'Oréal's Internal Shop for Discounted Products, Monthly Mobile Allowance)
  • Learning & Development Opportunities (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs & More!)
  • Employee Resource Groups (Think Tanks and Innovation Squads)
  • Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs

Don't meet every single requirement? At L'Oréal, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.
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L'Oreal, based in New York, NY, US, is a globally recognized leader in the beauty and cosmetics industry. Founded in 1909 by French chemist, Eugène Schueller, L'Oreal started off as a hair dye company and has since significantly expanded its product lines and geographical reach. Today, L'Oreal offers a diverse array of products ranging from skincare, cosmetics, hair care, and perfumes. Operating in over 130 countries, L'Oreal's mission is to provide anyone, anywhere with beauty products that meet the infinite diversity of their beauty needs and desires. It is committed to sustainable business practices and continually innovates to reduce its environmental impact, contributions which were recognized when it was named one of the "World's Most Ethical Companies" by Ethisphere Institute in 2020.

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Consumer goods and commercial equipment rental services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

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