Leave of Absence & Accommodation Manager + **Location** Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America + **Job ID** 0000022476 + **Category** Human Resources **Job Description** Are you interested in helping to build and sustain a motivating and engaging work environment? If you have a passion for Human Resources and thrive on handling complex leave and accommodation matters with a focus on wellbeing, this is your opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic and inspiring global organization! **Core Responsibilities** + Act as the main liaison for employees and managers regarding leave and accommodation matters, providing clear and consistent communication. + Collaborate with Business Service Operations (BSO), payroll, and benefits teams to manage leave-related processes and ensure accurate resolution. + Manage the interactive accommodation process under the ADA and other applicable laws, working with employees, managers, and healthcare providers to identify reasonable adjustments. + Provide guidance and training for managers and employees on leave and accommodation processes to ensure smooth implementation and compliance. + Maintain up-to-date knowledge of leave and accommodation laws, advising on changes and ensuring company policies remain compliant. + Handle employee inquiries and concerns regarding leave and accommodations with professionalism and confidentiality, fostering a supportive workplace. + Analyze leave and accommodation data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement, providing regular updates to stakeholders. + Drive global and local wellbeing initiatives aimed at enhancing employee engagement, resilience, and a positive workplace culture. **Play your part in our team succeeding** The Leave of Absence & Accommodation Manager serves as a critical liaison between employees, managers, and key stakeholders, ensuring smooth navigation of leave programs and accommodations while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations. This role prioritizes effective communication, streamlined processes, and a dedication to improving employee experiences. Furthermore, you will collaborate with stakeholders to advance the global well-being agenda by adapting and embedding it within local teams. This partnership ensures that well-being efforts are meaningful, inclusive, and aligned with the needs of regional employees. The success of this role will be defined by a seamless, employee-centered approach that enhances collaboration and drives organizational success. Through close collaboration with stakeholders, you will foster a culture of efficiency, trust, and ongoing growth. **Do you have what it takes?** + Several years of leave of absence management and accommodation management ideally within an international, matrixed organization. + Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and other relevant leave and accommodation laws and regulations. + Strong understanding of workplace policies and the ability to ensure consistent application across teams. + Strong communication skills, with an emphasis on providing direction and clarity to a large organization. + Proven track record of engaging in critical conversations with professionalism while upholding the highest standards of ethics and maintaining strict confidentiality. + Proficient in managing HR data, reporting, and analytics, with advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, HR processes and systems. + Experience in facilitating discussions and fostering collaboration among stakeholders at all levels of the organization. **Additional details on this position** + This position will initially be based at 501 Boylston St, Back Bay, before moving to a new office location at 1001 Boylston St by the mid-2025. Our hiring teams will discuss this with you during the interview stages. + Our workplace enables our LEGO® colleagues to be and do their best at work. Introducing a flexible way of working through a hybrid working model is a great example of how we live up to our ambition. This 3-day in the office hybrid working model will exemplify our People Promise by embracing the different life situations of our colleagues. + The salary for this position has a range of $100,000 - $150,000 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The definitive compensation may vary in alignment with the selected candidate’s professional background, experience, operational needs and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer. _\#LI-LA1_ Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. **What’s in it for you?** Here are some of what to expect: **Family** **Care** **Leave –** We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times. **Insurances –** All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind. **Wellbeing** – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based **Colleague** **Discount** – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount. **Bonus** – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme **Your workplace –** When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process. We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong. The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team. If you dream of being a part of our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply. We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.” The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer. Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights. We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees. Online Application Accessibility Statement; which is intended forpeople with disabilities- LEGO systems endeavors to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our web site or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the HR Service Desk at 1.860-763-7777, option #3. Please note, these communication channels should be used for those having difficulty accessing our on-line channels, not to inquire about job opportunities. Just imagine building your dream career. Then make it real. **Join the LEGO® team today.**