HR Operations Specialist, Benefits & Leave

## HR Operations Specialist, Benefits & Leave Apply locations:
Boston time type:
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End Date:
August 3, 2026 (6 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR020044

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals.

Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story. We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day.

We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee. At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world.

With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

The HR Operations Specialist, Benefits & Leave is responsible for the day-to-day administration and operational execution of Galderma’s U.S. benefits and leave programs. This role serves as a key member of the HR Operations team, supporting employee benefits, leave administration, vendor management, financial administration, and employee case management.  The Specialist ensures accurate processing, regulatory compliance, and a high-quality employee experience while partnering closely with Payroll, HRIS, Finance, external vendors, and the Senior Manager, U.S. Benefits to deliver efficient and compliant HR operations.
** Key Responsibilities
**** Leave of Absence Administration (50%)
*** Coordinate leave of absence cases with the third-party leave administrator.
* Initiate leave requests and collect required documentation.
* Track leave timelines, required documentation, return-to-work dates, and leave extensions.
* Update Workday to accurately reflect employee leave status and related transactions.
* Coordinate with Payroll to ensure accurate leave pay administration and benefit deductions.
* Communicate leave status, required actions, and next steps to employees and managers.
* Escalate complex leave, ADA, accommodation, and compliance matters to the Benefits Manager or Employee Relations.
** Benefits Administration (30%)
*** Process benefit enrollments, qualifying life events, status changes, and terminations within Workday.
* Maintain employee benefit eligibility and enrollment records.
* Respond to Tier 1 employee benefits inquiries through the HR ticketing system and escalate complex issues as appropriate.
* Audit benefit enrollment data and coordinate corrections with internal teams and vendors.
* Support administration of Annual Open Enrollment, including testing, transaction processing, employee communication, and issue resolution.
* Manage benefit vendor invoices, including invoice reconciliation, approval routing, and coordination with finance to ensure timely payment.
* Create, maintain, and monitor purchase orders for benefit vendors, ensuring compliance with procurement and financial policies.
* Assist with vendor file transmissions, eligibility reconciliations, and operational issue resolution.
* Assist with benefits-related reporting, audits, compliance activities, and documentation.
* Maintain benefits-related knowledge articles, FAQs, and HR Hub content.
** Employee Support (10%)
*** Serve as the primary point of…