Leave of Absence & Benefits Compliance Lead

Aquent; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent, a leader in staffing and workforce solutions, seeks a dedicated LOA/ADA Compliance Specialist to support a prominent financial services client. You will manage disability, leave of absence, and return-to-work programs while ensuring regulatory compliance and providing guidance to employees and leaders.

This role operates in a high-volume environment, requiring strong communication, cross-functional collaboration, and meticulous attention to policy details to maintain a compliant and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of LOA, return to work, ADA, extended medical leave, short-term and long-term disability administration.
• Experience in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
• Exceptional communication with all levels of employees and leadership.
• Strong background in ADA and accommodations, including practical application and compliance.
• Experience working with third-party disability and leave administrators.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, management, or related discipline preferred; equivalent work experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer disability, leave of absence (continuous or intermittent), return to work, ADA, and extended medical leave programs, ensuring strict adherence to Local, State, and Federal laws.
• Serve as a key liaison, partnering closely with disability and leave of absence vendors, and facilitating seamless communication between vendors and employees.
• Ensure the proper integration of vendor FMLA administration with short-term disability plans, optimizing efficiency and compliance.
• Interpret complex HR policies and legislative developments to maintain compliance across all programs.
• Respond to and resolve escalated inquiries and complex cases from employees, managers, vendors, and internal/external call centers, providing expert guidance and solutions.
• Collaborate with Legal, HR management, internal corporate functions, and external vendors to address and resolve complex and time-sensitive issues effectively.

Skills

Communication

High-volume environment

Time management

ADA compliance

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Workday

ServiceNow

Job description

Aquent, a leader in staffing and workforce solutions, seeks a dedicated LOA/ADA Compliance Specialist to support a prominent financial services client. You will manage disability, leave of absence, and return-to-work programs while ensuring regulatory compliance and providing guidance to employees and leaders.

This role operates in a high-volume environment, requiring strong communication, cross-functional collaboration, and meticulous attention to policy details to maintain a compliant and