• Leave Of Absence Manager

    Aston Carter (Irvine, CA)


    Leave of Absence Manager

     

    If you are interested, please send the following to bmuratalla @astonacrter.com

     

    + Updated Resume

    + 3 Professional references

    + 3-5 bullet points explaining how experience relates

    Overview

    The Leave of Absence (LOA) Manager plays a critical role in overseeing the company’s leave programs, including FMLA, ADA, short-term and long-term disability, and state-specific paid leave programs. Acting as the primary liaison between employees, internal stakeholders, and external vendors, this leader ensures a seamless and supportive leave experience while maintaining compliance with all applicable laws. This position requires a strong background in leave management, vendor oversight, and HR best practices, with the ability to balance compliance, employee support, and strategic program improvement.

    Key Responsibilities

    Vendor and Program Management

     

    + Oversee company leave programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

    + Partner with Legal and HR teams to refine and implement policies aligned with industry best practices

    + Stay current on trends in leave management and apply insights to improve efficiency and effectiveness

    + Manage external leave administration vendors, ensuring adherence to SLAs and conducting regular audits

    + Identify gaps in vendor performance and lead RFP/bidding processes when vendor changes are required

     

    Compliance and Risk Mitigation

     

    + Ensure compliance with FMLA, ADA, USERRA, and state/local leave laws

    + Conduct regular audits of leave processes and vendor practices to minimize risk

    + Provide proactive guidance to HR and leadership on compliance and risk mitigation strategies

     

    Employee Experience and Support

     

    + Serve as the escalation point for complex or sensitive leave cases, providing resolution and guidance

    + Facilitate clear communication between employees, managers, vendors, and HR teams

    + Develop communication tools and resources to keep employees and managers informed of policies and procedures

     

    Strategic Leadership

     

    + Lead and mentor team members to strengthen expertise in leave management

    + Report regularly to senior leadership on leave trends, program performance, and opportunities for improvement

    + Drive measurable outcomes such as improved return-to-work rates, reduced leave durations, and enhanced employee satisfaction

    Qualifications

    + Education: High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

    + Experience: 3–5 years of leave management experience (LOA/benefits); at least 2 years of manager/supervisor experience; general HR experience strongly preferred

    + Knowledge: In-depth understanding of FMLA, ADA, USERRA, and state/local leave laws

    + Technical Skills: Proficiency with HRIS and leave management platforms; strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)

    + Other Skills: Proven ability to manage vendor relationships and ensure compliance with contracts; strong analytical skills to interpret data, generate reports, and provide strategic insights; excellent communication and employee relations skills

     

    Core Skills

     

    + Leave Management

    + FMLA & ADA Compliance

    + HR Management & Employee Relations

    + Vendor Oversight

    + HRIS & Benefits Administration

    + Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Irvine, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $50.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 2026.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.