Vice President leading absence management operations at ComPsych, a global workplace mental health, well-being, and absence-management provider. Overseeing compliance, leadership, vendors, budgets, and operational transformation.
Responsibilities
Execute the enterprise strategy for absence management operations, including FMLA, ADA, workers’ compensation, and related leave programs
Provide oversight for multi-level leadership teams, ensuring operational excellence, accountability, and talent development
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local leave-related laws and regulations; proactively assess and mitigate organizational risk
Partner with executive leadership, HR, Legal, Finance, and Operations to align absence management strategy with broader business objectives
Oversee vendors and governance, including third-party administrators, consultants, and service providers
Drive continuous improvement through data-driven decision-making, process optimization, and adoption of industry best practices
Analyze trends, metrics, and financial impacts to inform decision-making and long-term planning
Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation for absence management operations
Lead change management efforts related to policy updates, system implementations, and organizational transformation
Represent the organization as an absence management subject matter expert at the executive level
Embrace emerging technologies and AI-driven innovations to improve operational efficiency, enhance decision-making, and evolve absence management processes and partner experiences
Travel when necessary
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
15+ years of progressive leadership experience in absence management, HR operations or related function
Expert knowledge of FMLA, ADA, workers’ compensation, and related regulatory frameworks
Demonstrated ability to exercise broad independent judgment and influence organizational strategy
Demonstrated success executing complex, cross-functional initiatives in regulated, highly complex, and fast-paced environments
Proven ability to lead through ambiguity, manage escalations, and deliver results under pressure
Exceptional executive communication, governance, and stakeholder-management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Self-starter with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work autonomously
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking capabilities
Consistent and reliable high-speed internet and workspace free from distraction, disruption, or noise is required
Ability to be present on camera during work-related trainings, meetings, and/or events
Must be able to sit or stand at a desk for prolonged periods while working on a computer
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