Leave of Absence Administrator at Lewis Brisbois

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

75000.0

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leave Administration, Compliance, Communication, Case Management, HRIS, Data Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Benefits Continuation, Timekeeping, Confidentiality, Professionalism, Policy Updates

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Overview The Chicago, IL office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a Leave of Absence Administrator to support all levels of the firm across entire firm landscape, providing clear guidance, proactive communication, and high-touch service throughout the leave life-cycle. Lewis Brisbois offers a full suite of benefits including 401k with employer match, as well as sick and vacation time. We also offer excellent opportunities for growth and advancement while working with a collaborative team. Lewis Brisbois is not accepting search firm submissions for this position. Responsibilities Serve as the Firm’s primary liaison for all leave of absence programs, ensuring compliance with policies and clear communication to employees and managers. Coordinate daily with the third‑party leave administrator to initiate, track, and resolve leave cases, escalating issues when needed. Maintain accurate leave records and documentation. Partner with HR, Benefits, Payroll, and Legal/Talent Operations to align leave dates, pay adjustments, benefits continuation, and timekeeping impacts. Support communication, education, and processes related to leave, including onboarding/offboarding tasks, FAQs, policy updates, and delivering high-quality client service. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a leave administration or closely related benefits/HR coordinator role with third-party administrator interaction Technical Skills: Proficiency with HRIS, case management, and spreadsheet/reporting tools [e.g., Excel or equivalent]; comfort reconciling data across systems. Other Qualifications: Handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism; uphold confidentiality and the Firm’s standards of conduct. #LI-HYBRID #LI-RH1 Minimum Salary USD $75,000.00/Yr. Maximum Salary USD $75,000.00/Yr.

Responsibilities

The administrator will serve as the primary liaison for all firm leave of absence programs, ensuring compliance and clear communication to employees and managers. This role involves coordinating daily with the third-party administrator to manage, track, and resolve leave cases while maintaining accurate documentation.