Leave of Absence Administrator at Westlake Financial Services

Human Resources Leave of Absence Administrator

Los Angeles, CA | On-site role

Westlake Financial Services is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Human Resources Leave of Absence Administrator. The ideal individual will be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Intermediate Excel is required for the position as well as previous experience in a Human Resources administrative function with Leave Administration.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Human Resources Leave of Absence Administrator to join our Human Resources team. The ideal candidate will have a broad knowledge of HR functions, from onboarding to employee relations and compliance. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a growing company and support a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Administers and supports employee leave of absence programs (FMLA, PDL, CFRA, ADA, personal, military, PWFL, etc.)
• Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of all government regulations and laws and advises employees on company policy, guidelines, and documentation requirements.
• Monitors and tracks absence status, documentation, and return to work dates while coordinating with managers regarding status and return to work connected to the leave of absence.
• Serve as subject matter expert on leave policies and educate employees and management as needed.

• File and manage workers’ compensation claims from start to resolution.

• Serve as a liaison between employees, medical providers, insurance carriers, and internal stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with state and federal WC regulations.

• Track claim status, costs, and return-to-work timelines.

• Conduct investigations and gather documentation for workplace injury reports.

• Develop and monitor light-duty or modified work assignments as needed.

• Analyze WC data and trends to recommend safety or cost-containment improvements.

• The Workers’ Compensation Specialist manages and coordinates workers’ compensation claims to ensure appropriate medical treatment, cost control, and compliance with applicable laws and company policy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 2–3 years of HR experience with strong knowledge of Leave of Absence laws and regulations
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and MS Office Suite
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities

• Knowledge of FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, and state leave laws.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., UKG, Workday, SAP, ADP).

PAY RATE:

• We offer a competitive starting salary of $70,304 - $80,304/year
• The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable

BENEFITS

What do we offer?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits 
• Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans 
• Flexible Spending Account 
• 401K matching 
• Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $18.2 Billion Company, plus company matching 
• Wellness Programs 
• Metro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only) 
• Career Path Opportunities 
• Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions 
• Annual Flu Shot
• Paid Vacations Days 
• Paid Sick days 
• Paid holidays 
• HGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas,TX office) 
• Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program 
• UKG Wallet 

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate in employment. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant from consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.