Leave Specialist II

Cozen O'Connor; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

ConnectBridge, an ancillary business of Cozen O’Connor, is seeking a Leave Specialist II for a fully remote role based in the contiguous United States. You will administer FMLA/ADA leave programs, review eligibility, and guide employees and managers on leave policies.

The position requires 5+ years in leave administration, strong regulatory knowledge, and excellent communication. You will collaborate with internal teams and client implementations while maintaining accurate leave data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in leave administration.
• Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and state/local leave laws.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer leave policies and procedures, including FMLA, ADA, PWFA, and state/local laws.
• Process leave requests and documentation timely.
• Gather and analyze information to determine employee eligibility for leave.
• Approve or deny leave requests with sound judgment.
• Communicate with employees and managers regarding leave-related issues.
• Provide training to employees and managers on leave policies and procedures.
• Maintain leave records and reports.
• Stay up-to-date on changes to leave laws and regulations.
• Configure leave administration systems based on client requirements.
• Validate leave plans, absence codes, eligibility rules, workflows, and notifications.
• Perform system testing and user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Troubleshoot configuration issues with technical teams.
• Ensure accurate data integration and file transmissions between systems.
• Support client implementations through process testing, system validation, and issue resolution.

Skills

Leave administration

FMLA knowledge

ADA knowledge

Excel

Communication

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / business

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

ConnectBridge, an ancillary business of Cozen O’Connor is seeking a Leave Specialist II. This is a remote role based in the contiguous United States.

Job Description

ConnectBridge, an ancillary business of Cozen O’Connor is seeking a Leave Specialist II. This is a remote role based in the contiguous United States.

The Leave Specialist II is responsible for administering the leave policies and procedures, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and state and local leave laws. The Leave Specialist II is a hybrid role that will also provide support to employees and managers regarding leave-related issues and serve as backup support for the Data Leave Specialist by reviewing and analyzing leave-related reports, troubleshooting workflow issues, and assisting with technical onboarding activities for new clients.

Responsibilities

• Administer leave policies and procedures, including the FMLA, the ADA, the PWFA and state and local leave laws.
• Process leave requests and documentation timely.
• Gather and analyze information to determine employee eligibility for leave.
• Approve or deny leave requests, using sound, inclusive reasoning and judgment.
• Communicate with employees and managers regarding leave-related issues.
• Provide training to employees and managers on leave policies and procedures.
• Maintain leave records and reports.
• Stay up-to-date on changes to leave laws and regulations.
• Performs additional duties assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives.
• Configure leave administration systems based on client requirements.
• Validate leave plans, absence codes, eligibility rules, workflows, and notifications.
• Perform system testing and user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Troubleshoot configuration issues and work with technical teams to resolve defects.
• Ensure accurate data integration and file transmissions between systems.
• Support client implementations through process testing, system validation, and issue resolution, including coordination with internal teams and external vendors as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in leave administration.
• Strong knowledge of the FMLA, the ADA, and state and local leave laws.
• Sound decision making capabilities and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong knowledge and application of Excel.

The salary range for this role is $85,000 - $105,000 and represents the Firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications and location.

About Us

Known for its commitment to action and tangible results, Cozen O'Connor has rapidly grown to become one of North America's fastest-growing law firms. Offering full-service expertise in litigation, business law, and government relations, the firm serves a diverse clientele, including global Fortune 500 companies, growing middle-market firms, startups, and high-profile individuals. Established in 1970, Cozen O’Connor has more than 1,000 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions. The firm counsels clients on their most sophisticated legal matters in all areas of the law, including litigation, corporate, and regulatory law. Representing a broad array of leading global corporations and middle market companies, Cozen O’Connor services its clients’ needs through 35 offices across two continents. The firm is consistently ranked among the top 100 law firms in America and has received recognition from prestigious legal and business organizations such as Chambers & Partners, The American Lawyer, The Legal 500, and Best Lawyers. Cozen O'Connor is dedicated to excellence and strives to achieve the right results for its clients, no matter how complex or critical the legal challenges may be.

Cozen O’Connor is committed to fostering greater inclusion in the legal profession. We understand the organizational effectiveness that comes from welcoming and valuing differences within the firm, and we know that assembling a team with a breadth of perspectives and experience is necessary to provide the highest quality legal service. We encourage candidates to apply and join us in this effort.

Cozen O’Connor actively welcomes applicants who have previously left the workforce and are looking to return to their careers. Gaps in experience are not penalized.

Cozen O'Connor is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.