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Position Overview
The Leave of Absence Manager is responsible for overseeing the administration of all leaves of absence and reasonable accommodation process, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (including FMLA, ADA, and other applicable laws). This role serves as the subject matter expert, providing strategic guidance on best practices, developing and implementing process improvements, establishing and managing data reporting needs, actively engaging with delivery partners, and serving as the point of escalation for timely resolution. The manager will act as the primary liaison between LOA team members, and third-party vendors to ensure consistent, compliant and seamless leave and accommodation experience throughout all businesses within the Company.
Company Overview
At FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation, we’re redefining innovation across the industries we touch—from healthcare and photography to semiconductors and data storage. With roots in photosensitive materials and a legacy of groundbreaking technology, we now lead 23 diverse affiliate businesses across the Americas.
We’re looking for mission-driven talents eager to join us to help create, market, and support a vast portfolio of products. At Fujifilm you’ll have the opportunity to explore and grow your skills in new, exciting ways. Whether you’re shaping tomorrow’s tech or redefining today’s processes, we’ll provide a flexible work environment and dynamic culture where innovation thrives.
Our Americas HQ is nestled in Valhalla, New York, a charming town known for its excellent schools, beautiful parks, and easy access to the vibrancy of New York City.
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:
Job Description
Responsibilities
Strategic Administration: Design and maintain scalable leave processes and compliance controls that promote enterprise-wide consistency while accommodating regional needs.
Vendor & Team Oversight: Manage day-to-day operations of internal leave analysts and third-party administrators, monitoring performance, data integrity, and service delivery.
Policy Administration: Manage the end-to-end leave process, including medical, family, military, and personal leaves.
Compliance & Legal: Ensure all leave administration adheres to federal, state, and local regulations, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Compliance & Escalation: Serve as the primary subject matter expert for complex regulatory matters and reasonable accommodations (e.g., ADA, FMLA, Short/Long-Term Disability), engaging HR and Legal tea Serve as the subject matter expert on leave policies, advising HR and leadership teams on complex cases and legal compliance issues.
Continuously review and update company leave and accommodation policies to reflect changes in laws and best practices.
Conduct audits of leave and accommodation practices to ensure compliance and recommend process improvements.
Develop and deliver enterprise training programs on leave and accommodation policies and procedures and recognizing reportable health and welfare challenges within the workforce.
Collaborate with payroll, benefits, and legal teams to ensure seamless processing of associate leaves and benefits leave periods.
Ensure communication with managers and HR partners on pending leaves, return to work dates, leave extensions and other relevant changes to mitigate risk.
Data-Driven Strategy: Utilize Vendor and HR reporting and analytics to monitor leave trends, identify risk patterns, present data-informed recommendations policy improvements, control costs and maintain organizational effectiveness. Work with HRIS and leave management systems to optimize data tracking and reporting capabilities.
Provide regular reports and analytics to senior leadership on leave usage, accommodations, and compliance trends
Manage relationships with leave, disability, workers' compensation, and accommodation vendors.
Ensure organizational compliance with FMLA, ADAAA, PWFA, USERRA, Workers' Compensation, state leave laws, and other applicable regulations.
Conduct periodic audits of leave and accommodation programs to ensure compliance and mitigate organizational risk.
Identify trends and opportunities to reduce costs and improve program effectiveness.
Partner with Employee Relations, Legal, Payroll, Benefits, Safety, Occupational Health, and HRIS teams to resolve complex issues
Required Skills/Education
Education: Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related fields.
10+ years of progressive benefits experience, including at least 7 years in leave management, leave administration, and HR operations, with demonstrated leadership experience and strong knowledge of multi-state leave and benefits compliance.
Knowledge: Deep expertise in federal and state disability and leave laws (FMLA, ADA, PWFA, etc.)
Skills: Strong communication, conflict resolution, and the ability to train management on absence management policies.
Tools: Proficiency with HR management platforms (e.g., Workday) and leave case management systems.
Desired Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to interpret complex information and develop practical solutions.
Proven ability to evaluate and recommend enhancements to leave, disability, accommodation, and return-to-work programs.
Exceptional case management and follow-through skills, ensuring timely and effective resolution of employee leave and accommodation matters.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement leave of absence and accommodation strategies that support business objectives and employee well-being.
Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Experience leading process improvement initiatives to enhance employee experience, streamline operations, and improve return-to-work outcomes.
Highly detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively across cross-functional teams.
Customer-focused mindset with a demonstrated commitment to delivering an exceptional employee experience.
Ability to establish, maintain, and continuously improve standardized leave and accommodation processes across the organization.
Adaptability and resilience in managing shifting priorities while maintaining a high level of service and responsiveness.
Salary and Benefits
$93,428 - $120,000 depending on experience
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance
401k
Paid Time Off
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 ().