Leave of Absence Partner

Position Overview

Oversee leave of absence programs to include FMLA; ADA; Pregnancy Worker’s Act; other federal, state, or local-mandated leave; and company leave. Provide operational oversight of third party leave vendor. Administer accommodations programs. Serve as a resource and subject matter expert (SME) on leave management consistent with local, state and federal regulations.The work location for this exciting opportunity is Holly Springs, NC and will support FLB’s Holly Springs and Morrisville locations.

Company Overview

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies is building the future of bioproduction in Holly Springs, North Carolina. By end of 2025, we’ll open North America’s largest end-to-end CDMO biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility, offering drug substance production, fill-finish, and packaging under one roof.

We’re looking for passionate, mission-driven people to help us realize this exciting vision and deliver the next vaccine, cure, or therapy. We offer a dynamic work environment and we’re proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your purpose, energy, and drive—what we call Genki. Ready to shape the future of medicine? Let’s transform healthcare together!

Holly Springs, North Carolina, combines small-town warmth with proximity to Raleigh’s thriving tech scene, making it the perfect blend of community and opportunity.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

What You’ll Do

• Administers routine leave of absence requests including Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), company, military, personal, and parental leave, as well as applicable state and local leave programs; collaborates with Employee Relations Partner for complex matters

• Coordinates leave intake, eligibility determination, required documentation, designation notices, extensions, and return-to-work activities using established procedures

• Supports the ADA/ADAAA interactive process by coordinating documentation, scheduling meetings, tracking accommodations, and maintaining accurate records • Serves as the primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding leave policies, timelines, required documentation, and available resources

• Coordinates with third-party leave administrators to ensure timely processing and accurate case management

• Maintains confidential employee leave records and ensures compliance with company policies and legal requirements

• Monitors leave activity, identifying upcoming expirations, certification deadlines, and return-to-work requirements, and prepares standard reports to support compliance and workforce planning

• Partners with Payroll and Benefits to ensure appropriate pay, benefit continuation, and leave coding during employee absences

• Assists with audits related to leave administration and maintains documentation supporting regulatory compliance

• Identifies opportunities to improve leave administration processes and employee communications

• Escalates complex, high-risk, or legally sensitive leave or accommodation matters to senior HR or Legal

• Supports other People and Culture initiatives

• Performs other duties as assigned

Other Benefits & Wellness

• Partner with HLUS Benefits with the coordination of various initiatives (Suitcase of Courage, Spring Health, Wellness Fair)

Basic Requirement / Certifications 

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, human resources, business administration, or related field, and 2+ years of professional work experience in benefits administration, including LOA and compliance, or equivalent combination of education and experience administering benefit programs may be considered

• Strong knowledge of federal and state leave laws 

• Previous experience in LOA, Paid Family Leave, ADA, etc. administration

• Strong knowledge of federal and multiple state leave laws 

• Deep knowledge of employment laws and regulations. Problem-solving and analytical abilities. Empathy and strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with all levels of the organization. Organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and maintain detailed records. 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of professional work experience in benefits administration, including LOA and compliance, or equivalent combination of education and experience administering benefit programs may be considered

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• • Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time up to 60 minutes

  • Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time up to 60 minutes 

  • Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include wrists, hands and/or fingers. 

  • Ability to operate machinery and/or power tools. 

  • Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 10 pounds.

Benefits

 

Our programs are designed to focus on maintaining and enhancing all pillars of health with a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage with the option of a Health Savings Account with company contributions. In addition, we offer an industry leading 401(k) savings plan, insurance coverage, employee assistance programs and various wellness incentives. We support life-work balance with paid vacation time, sick time, and company holidays. Explore a supportive environment that enriches both your personal and professional growth! 

 

To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of FUJIFILM about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at FUJIFILM via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of FUJIFILM, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by FUJIFILM for this requisition and a valid agreement with FUJIFILM is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the FUJIFILM agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department ([email protected]).