Leave & Accommodation Business Partner

Requisition ID: 33314 

A Career in Beer and Beyond: 

Our purpose at Molson Coors Beverage Company is to brew beverages that unite people to celebrate all life’s moments.  We’ve been brewing iconic brands for over 350 years and are now proud to be offering a modern portfolio that expands beyond the beer aisle.   

We are Talent Brewers with our culture rooted in our core Values.  We believe in our brands and our people, and that inclusion is the key to a winning team culture.  We want you to join our team of brand ambassadors who believe the world is full of untapped opportunities.  So, if you get excited about making a real difference as part of a winning team like we do, we want to hear from you. 

Molson Coors is currently seeking a Leave & Accommodation Business Partner, to join our team, based in Milwaukee, WI.  Reporting directly to our Sr Manager Leave & Occupational Health Management, this role will be essential in maintaining business continuity, fostering a positive employee experience, maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and ensuring legal compliance across our various locations within the U.S.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

You with act as a strategic partner primarily accountable for the strategic management of managing medical leaves across the United States, including STD, LTD, FMLA, Accommodation, Workers Comp, RTW, and Maternity/Paternity leave.

In addition, this role educates HRBPs, Safety Managers, EHS Managers, and nursing staff on compliance with occupational health, surveillance programs, eave and accommodation laws and processes.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Collaborating and providing guidance on employee leave claims with HRBPs and Legal regarding employee leave claims or modified work schedules, answering questions ensuring they are informed about their rights, role, responsibilities, required documentation, and leave eligibility
• Overseeing and providing guidance on the end-to end leave process
• Serve as the subject matter expert for HRBPs and other stakeholders on the accommodation and leave processes
• Overseeing the return-to-work process, providing guidance to HR and managers on employee reintegration from leaves
• Delivering comprehensive leave management and accommodation process training to HR, Safety Managers, EHS Managers, and nursing staff
• Collaborate with Legal, Benefits and other key stakeholders in the development and revision of company leave and accommodation policies to ensure compliance applicable laws and regulations as part of the governance process
• Maintain a centralized database for tracking all leave cases, absences, and workplace injuries, return to work, and accommodation cases

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in leave and accommodation management, disability management, workers’ compensation, or HR business partnering roles
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health, Nursing, Public Health, Safety Management, Human Resources, or related field is preferred

Competencies & Knowledge

• Ability to manage sensitive situations and maintain confidentiality regarding medical and personal information
• Ability to plan and organize accurate details and tasks in a timely, efficient, and effective manner, while overseeing a multitude of issues in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of employee rights under FMLA, ADA, and other applicable laws
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including HR, Safety, EHS, Legal, Benefits, and external providers
• Extensive knowledge of FMLA, OSHA, ADA, workers compensation laws and other similar applicable laws
• Knowledge in occupational health and safety programs
• Thorough understanding of return-to-work processes and disability accommodations

Work Perks that You Need to Know About:   

• Flexible work programs that support work life balance including a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office 
• We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities   
• We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are  
• Engagement with a variety of Business Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization  
• Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities 
• Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, pension option with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources 
• On site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages!  
• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences   

Job Posting Grade: 10 

Molson Coors is committed to an inclusive workplace.  We’re an equal opportunity employer and invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment processes, please e-mail jobs@molsoncoors.com.