Absence and Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) Consultant

The consultant partners with employers, HR leaders, brokers, internal sales teams, and service delivery partners to evaluate existing leave programs, identify compliance gaps, develop integrated absence strategies, and support the implementation of sustainable leave management solutions.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Estimated Salary: $86,000 - $120,000, plus annual bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) plan with a 2% company contribution and 6% company match.
• Work-life balance with vacation, personal time and paid holidays. See our benefits and perks page for details.
• Applicants for this position must not now, nor at any point in the future, require sponsorship for employment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Client Consulting and Program Strategy -Assess and optimize clients’ absence management practices, policies, and workflows; advise on program design, policy development, vendor selection, and outsourcing; develop customized, integrated leave solutions that improve compliance, operational efficiency, employee satisfaction, and cost effectiveness.

• Sales and Business Development Support -Partner with sales teams, brokers, and consultants to support new business, client retention, and growth opportunities; provide subject matter expertise in client consultations, presentations, and RFP responses; communicate the value of absence management solutions and identify opportunities to expand client relationships.

• Growth and Projects Initiatives -Participate in key projects by collaborating with internal teams, external stakeholders, and third parties while building and nurturing relationships with broker Absence Centers of Excellence (COEs).

• Education, Training, and Thought Leadership -Develop and deliver educational presentations, training, and client resources on absence and PFML topics; share regulatory updates, industry trends, and best practices; contribute to thought leadership and sales materials; and represent the organization at industry events.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• 4 + years of experience in absence management, employee benefits, leave administration, disability, HR consulting, or a related field.
• Strong working knowledge of FMLA, state and local PFML programs, ADA, PWFA, and other applicable leave-related regulations.
• Experience consulting with employers on leave program design, compliance, operational improvements, or employee benefits strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to explain complex regulatory requirements in clear, practical business terms.
• Strong presentation, communication, analytical, and relationship management skills.
• Experience partnering with sales, client service, implementation, and operational teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and support clients with complex, multistate workforces.
• You promote a culture of diversity and inclusion, value different ideas and opinions, and listen courageously, remaining curious in all that you do.
• Able to travel occasionally (approximately 35% annually) to attend events and in-person meetings (travel reimbursed).

PREFERRED:

• Experience supporting employers with multistate employee populations.
• Background with carriers, TPAs, broker, or absence management vendors.
• Knowledge of disability benefits, workers' compensation, and workplace accommodation's
• Experience with RFPs, presentations, client retention, or business development.
• Familiarity with HRIS, leave technology, API's and data integration.

We value unique experience, skills, and passion for innovation. If your experience aligns with the listed requirements, please apply!

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