Vice President - Absence Operations

For our client, we are seeking a Vice President - Absence Operations to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space.

This leader will own enterprise-wide absence operations strategy, ensuring the function delivers efficient, compliant, and high-quality service across the organization. The role will partner closely with senior executives, vendors, and internal stakeholders to align leave administration with broader business objectives. It will also drive talent development, operational improvement, and data-informed decision-making in a highly regulated environment.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in leave programs, regulatory compliance, and organizational leadership, along with the ability to influence strategy through sound judgment and cross-functional collaboration.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $145,000 – $165,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Execute enterprise-wide strategy for absence management operations
• Oversee leadership teams to ensure operational excellence and talent development
• Ensure compliance with leave-related laws and proactively mitigate risk
• Collaborate with cross-functional executives to align strategy with business goals
• Oversee relationships with vendors and service providers
• Drive continuous improvement using data-driven decisions and best practices
• Analyze trends and financial impacts for informed decision-making

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's degree preferred in HR, Business, or a related field
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in absence management or HR operations
• Expert knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and workers' compensation regulations
• Demonstrated ability to influence organizational strategy through independent judgment
• Experience executing complex initiatives in regulated environments
• Proven track record of leading through ambiguity and delivering results under pressure
• Exceptional communication, governance, and stakeholder-management skills

Benefits

• Full benefits package including PTO, medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness program
• Flexible work environment with remote capabilities

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.