We inspire purpose-filled living that brings beauty and quality to the modern home. Together, we achieve. Associates across our business drive results, innovate, and inspire. Drawn together by our shared values and passion for our customers and our brands, we deliver home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced, and bring timeless style and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is over 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding.

We’re here for it. We think you should be too. We’re looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as a Leave Manager.

We are seeking a strategic, knowledgeable, and empathetic Leave Manager to oversee and administer our leave of absence programs across the U.S. and Canada. This role will manage the end-to-end leave process—including FMLA, ADA, disability, and state-specific programs—while ensuring compliance and a seamless experience for associates. The Leave Manager will partner with HR Business Partners, Legal, Payroll, and external vendors to support associates from initial leave requests through return-to-work planning. This role requires deep expertise in leave legislation, exceptional service delivery, and experience working with Workday.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Serve as the subject matter expert on all leave of absence programs, providing guidance to associates, managers, and HR partners.
• Manage and administer leave requests (FMLA, ADA, short- and long-term disability, state-specific paid leave, etc.) in partnership with third-party administrators (Aflac).
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws including FMLA, ADA, NYPFL, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act and provincial regulations in Canada.
• Lead the interactive process for ADA accommodations, working with associates, managers, medical providers, and legal to determine and monitor reasonable accommodations.
• Oversee and continuously improve leave administration processes, documentation, and communication protocols.
• Collaborate with Payroll to ensure timely and accurate pay adjustments related to leaves.
• Maintain accurate leave data in Workday and support HRIS in optimizing system workflows and reporting capabilities.
• Monitor and analyze leave metrics, trends, and vendor performance; provide insights and reporting to HR leadership and assist in year-end planning.
• Partner with stakeholders including Legal, HR Business Partners, Total Rewards, Facilities, and leadership on escalations and complex leave scenarios.
• Conduct training for HR team members and managers on leave policies, processes, and legal considerations.
• Recommend policy or process changes that enhance compliance, operational efficiency, and associate satisfaction.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• HRBP experience preferred. 
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• High level of discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Empathetic, associate-first mindset with a strong commitment to delivering an exceptional associate experience.

Experience Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in leave of absence and accommodations management, preferably in a multi-state or multi-country environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in ADA compliance and conducting interactive processes.
• Strong knowledge of leave legislation in the U.S. and Canada.
• Experience using Workday for HRIS and leave administration.
• Prior experience working with third-party leave administrators.
• Proven project management and process improvement capabilities.

Minimum Starting Rate: $83,000.00 Annually

Up to: $110,000.00 Annually

Pay ranges will be adjusted upward as needed to comply with applicable state and local law. In addition to your salary, based on your role, associates may be eligible for other compensation including bonuses, sales incentives, and long term incentives.