Senior FMLA & Leave Specialist — Flexible Work

Unum Ireland; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision

Dental

Disability insurance

Generous PTO

401(k) match

Mental health support

Career advancement

Student loan repayment

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Unum in Chattanooga, TN seeks a Senior Leave Specialist to manage FMLA and 100+ state regulations across multiple customers and systems. The role requires independent judgment, strong regulatory knowledge, and relationship management with employees and Employer contacts.

You will mentor newer staff, contribute to special projects, and collaborate with Benefits Center and other teams to ensure accurate leave processing and compliance.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree or equivalent or related experience preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of FMLA/State leave administration experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and customer relationship skills.
• Proficiency with Windows, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Complete processing of new leaves and all daily follow-ups.
• Determine eligibility and availability of leave time for each employee.
• Determine and generate communications to comply with FMLA and state regulations.
• Review medical certifications and other documentation; consult with Nurse Case Manager as needed.
• Independently determine appropriate status of leave under FMLA and applicable rules.
• Communicate medical/absence information with other internal units.
• Manage leave through duration, reporting status to Employer and employees.
• Develop relationships with Employer contacts and HR administrators.
• Respond to leave questions and issues from employees or Employer contacts.
• Mentor new employees and assist team on complex issues.

Skills

FMLA/State leave administration

Customer relationship skills

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Education

4-year degree or similar experience

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Job description

Unum in Chattanooga, TN seeks a Senior Leave Specialist to manage FMLA and 100+ state regulations across multiple customers and systems. The role requires independent judgment, strong regulatory knowledge, and relationship management with employees and Employer contacts.

You will mentor newer staff, contribute to special projects, and collaborate with Benefits Center and other teams to ensure accurate leave processing and compliance.