Senior Global Benefits & Leaves Specialist

Clio; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 89,300 - 120,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible time-off policy

$2,000 annual counseling benefit

RRSP matching and RESP contribution

Job summary

Clio, based in Vancouver, is seeking a Senior Global Benefits & Leaves Specialist to lead the design and implementation of global leave programs across multiple countries. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in absence management and a deep understanding of regulations in Canada and the US.

The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid work options, and benefits including top-tier health insurance and a counseling allowance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct experience in global leaves, absence management, or disability programs.
• Deep knowledge of leave-related regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Proven ability to plan, lead, and own major projects.

Responsibilities

• Design a globally consistent leave philosophy aligned with Clio’s values.
• Benchmark and design leave entitlements for 10+ countries.
• Partner with HRIS team to integrate leave programs with Workday.

Skills

Global leaves and absence management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

CEBS, GBA, or equivalent designation

Job description

Senior Global Benefits & Leaves Specialist

As a senior member of the Total Rewards team, you will lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of global leave programs across ten-plus countries. You will translate regulatory complexity into stakeholder‑friendly solutions, integrate them with Workday and payroll, and build the infrastructure needed for a builder‑oriented, high‑autonomy role.

Responsibilities

Global Leave Philosophy

• Design a globally consistent leave philosophy aligned with Clio’s values and total rewards strategy.
• Present the philosophy framework to senior leadership and secure approval.
• Define guiding principles for equity, compliance, and employee experience across geographies.
• Benchmark leave programs against market comparators in all operating countries.

Program Design & Implementation

• Benchmark and design leave entitlements for 10+ countries, ensuring competitiveness and local compliance.
• Redesign or build leave types: STD/LTD, parental, maternity/paternity, adoption, flexible/unlimited vacation, sick leave, medical accommodations, bereavement, jury duty, and other statutory obligations.
• Collaborate with Legal, People Business Partners, and Payroll to validate compliance in Canada, US, UK, Ireland, Australia, Spain, and LATAM.
• Manage vendor and insurer relationships relevant to leave and disability programs.

Systems Integration & Operations

• Partner with the HRIS team to integrate leave programs with Workday and payroll.
• Develop employee‑facing resources, manager toolkits, and intake processes.
• Train People Business Partners and managers on leave administration.
• Build audit and compliance monitoring mechanisms to keep programs current.
• Act as the senior escalation point for complex leave and accommodation cases.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct experience in global leaves, absence management, or disability programs.
• Deep knowledge of leave‑related regulations across multiple jurisdictions, particularly US and Canada.
• Proven ability to plan, lead, and own major projects end‑to‑end with minimal oversight.
• Experience designing or significantly restructuring leave programs.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills; ability to influence across functions.
• CEBS, GBA, or equivalent designation is an asset.
• Comfort operating in a fast‑paced, builder environment with constant change.

Benefits

• Competitive salary within the $89,300‑$120,700 CAD range, with regional adjustments.
• Top‑tier health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Hybrid work environment with flexible time‑off policy (20 days encouraged).
• $2,000 annual counseling benefit, RRSP matching, RESP contribution.
• Clioversary recognition program at 3, 5, 7, and 10 years.

Clio is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equity. We provide accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process. Contact us at official @clio.com email addresses only.