Leave of Absence Analyst
Listed on 2026-01-12
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HR/Recruitment
Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Talent Manager
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Base pay range$77,000.00/yr - $/yr
This role will be on-site at Sysco Seattle: 22820 54th Ave S Kent, WA 98032 and will support Washington and Oregon.
Must be able to work second shift 1 day a week
Job SummaryThe Leave of Absence Analyst is responsible for managing employee leave and return to work processes, ensuring a smooth process for colleagues while adhering to legal requirements and company policies. This role involves coordinating with HR, business leaders, colleagues, and our third-party leave and workers comp administrators.
Key Responsibilities- Manage Leave Requests:
Evaluate and process requests for various types of leave (FMLA, ADA, short-term disability, etc.) including coordination of state paid benefit programs. - Consultation:
Provide guidance to colleagues regarding leave policies, procedures, and their rights including state paid benefit programs. - Return to Work:
Review and audit Return to Work process for claims, including Return to Work transitional program, process with external vendor and internal business units to ensure compliance. - Documentation Review:
Review medical documentation and other required paperwork to ensure compliance with legal standards. - Communication:
Serve as a primary point of contact for colleagues on leave, maintaining regular communication to address concerns and provide updates. - Collaboration:
Work with HR, payroll, and management to ensure proper leave administration and return-to-work processes. - Compliance Monitoring:
Stay updated on federal, state, and local leave laws to ensure compliance and implement necessary policy changes. - Record Keeping:
Maintain accurate and confidential records of leave requests, approvals, and denials. - Reporting:
Generate reports on leave trends, usage, and compliance metrics for management.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field and/or equivalent experience.
- Previous experience in case management, HR, or leave administration preferred.
- Strong knowledge of leave laws (FMLA, ADA, etc.) and company policies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management
- Proficiency in HRIS and MS Office Suite
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
Sysco is the global leader in food service distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.
We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard‑working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENTApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.
Seniority LevelAssociate
Employment TypeFull-time
Job FunctionHuman Resources
IndustryFood and Beverage Services
Benefits- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid maternity leave
- Paid paternity leave
- Tuition assistance
- Disability insurance
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