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At Stewart, we know that success begins with great people. As a Stewart employee, you’ll be joining a company that was named a 2024-2025 Best Company to Work For by U.S. News & World Report, and a 2025 Top Workplace by USA Today. We are committed to helping you own, develop, and nurture your career. We invest in your career journey because we understand that as you grow, so does our company. And our priority is smart growth – by attaining the best people, investing in tools and resources that enable success, and creating a better home for all.
You will be part of an inclusive work environment that reflects the customers we serve. You’ll be empowered to use your unique experiences, passion and skills to help our company and the communities we serve constantly evolve and improve. Together, we can achieve our vision of becoming the premier title and real estate services company.
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Job Summary
Job Responsibilities
Administer and manage all leave of absence programs, including family and medical leave, parental leave, disability leave, military leave, personal leave, and other applicable leave programs.
Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding leave policies, procedures, eligibility requirements, and available benefits.
Review and evaluate leave requests and supporting documentation to determine eligibility and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
Coordinate the leave administration process from initiation through return to work, ensuring timely communication and documentation throughout the lifecycle of the leave.
Partner with managers and HR colleagues to develop alternative work arrangements, staffing plans, and coverage solutions during employee absences.
Facilitate employee reinstatement and return-to-work processes, including accommodations, fitness-for-duty documentation, and transitional work arrangements when applicable.
Maintain accurate leave records and process required updates within HRIS, payroll, and related systems.
Monitor leave timelines and documentation requirements to ensure compliance with regulatory deadlines and internal service standards.
Research and resolve employee and manager inquiries related to leave administration and applicable policies.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
Prepare reports, audits, and documentation to support leave management activities and regulatory requirements.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the enhancement of leave administration practices and employee experience.
May provide guidance, coaching, and support to less experienced team members
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field highly preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 2 to 4 years of experience in leave administration, human resources, benefits administration, or a related function.
Working knowledge of leave management practices, employment regulations, and HR processes.
Experience utilizing HRIS and payroll systems preferred.
Demonstrated ability to manage moderately complex employee situations with a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
Experience providing guidance and support to employees, managers, and business partners preferred.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Stewart is committed to ensuring that its online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us by email at careers@stewart.com.
Benefits
Stewart offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to a variety of health and wellness insurance options and programs, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program, and employee discounts.
