Job title: Leave Specialist
Company: Hub International
Job description: At HUB International, we are a team of entrepreneurs. We believe in empowering our clients, and we do so by protecting businesses and individuals in our local communities. We help businesses evaluate their risks and develop solutions tailored to their needs. We believe in empowering our employees. As a global firm, we offer employees resources in both technology and industry expertise, but we still maintain the local flavor of our offices. Our structure enables our teams to maintain their own unique, regional culture while leveraging support and resources from our corporate centers of excellence.
HUB is the 5th largest global insurance and employee benefits broker, providing a boundaryless array of property, casualty, risk management, life and health, employee benefits, investment and wealth management products and services. With over 17,000 employees in more than 550 offices throughout North America, HUB has grown substantially, in part due to our industry leading success in mergers and acquisitions.
Reporting to the Sr. Leader, Canada Benefits Strategy & Services, the Leave Specialist contributes to centralizing leaves through active management and coaching. The incumbent provides expert advice and support to HRBP’s, leaders and employees on the administration of leaves and return to work. Incumbent will assess and case manage straight forward and complex leaves, short-term and long-term disability claims with carrier. This position participates in the development and implementation of the leave process in alignment to legislative standards and carrier provisions.
Skills:
Thorough knowledge of legislation and principles pertaining to disability management, return to work and accommodation with relevant federal and provincial legislation.
Ability to explain and apply corporate policy, procedures, and provisions effectively.
Effective case management skills requiring active involvement and advanced strategies for managing complex cases.
Effective verbal and written communications and presentation skills
Attention to detail, excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Proven ability to manage time in a deadline-oriented environment
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, including exercising tact, diplomacy and sensitivity when dealing with employees, leaders and external stakeholders
Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team, as well as independently with minimal supervision
Excellent computer and information technology skills, including MS office applications and claims management software
Education and Experience
Community College Diploma Human Resources or related field
Minimum two (2) year disability management experience and specifically in facilitating return to work programs in occupational and non-occupational disability.
Thorough knowledge of legislation and principles pertaining to disability management, return to work and accommodation with relevant federal and provincial legislation
Advanced computer skills with knowledge and experience in software MS applications such as Word and Excel
Familiarity with Workday software an asset
Excellent interpersonal abilities in working with sensitive situations.
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to deal with constant demands, deadlines and interruptions
Location
This postion is a hybrid role out of the Oakville office
JOIN OUR TEAM
Do you believe in the power of innovation, collaboration, and transformation? Do you thrive in a supportive and client focused work environment? Are you looking for an opportunity to help build and drive change in a rapidly growing and evolving organization? When you join HUB, you will be part of a community of learners and doers focused on helping our leaders maximize the potential of their employees.
Department Human Resources
Required Experience: 2-5 years of relevant experience
Required Travel: No Travel Required
Required Education: Associate degree (2-year degree)
Expected salary:
Location: Oakville, ON
Job date: Thu, 26 Oct 2023 22:29:08 GMT
