MBK Real Estate Companies · 1 day ago
Benefits and Leave Administrator
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$38/hr - $43/hr
4+ years expMBK Real Estate is an industry leader in real estate operations and development. The Benefits and Leave Administrator is responsible for administering employee benefits and leave of absence programs while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and providing excellent support to employees and managers.
Real Estate
Responsibilities
Administer and manage all aspects of employee leave programs, including FMLA, CFRA (California), state-specific leaves, short-term/long-term disability, workers’ compensation, parental leave, military leave, and personal leaves, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and company policies
Serve as the primary liaison with the external LOA TPA vendor for leave case management, ensuring seamless communication, timely processing of documentation, and prompt issue resolution
Provide compassionate, clear guidance to employees and managers on leave processes: explain eligibility, required documentation (e.g., medical certifications), employees’ rights and responsibilities, and the impact to benefits while on leave
Communicate leave status updates, approvals/denials, return-to-work plans, and any extensions to both employees and their managers in a timely manner. Coordinate return-to-work arrangements and facilitating transitional work accommodations as needed
Maintain accurate tracking of leave time usage and job-protected leave entitlements, leveraging Workday and other tools to record and monitor leave cases. Ensure all records are up-to-date for compliance and reporting purposes
Advise and coach managers on how to handle employee absences or work restrictions, ensuring that departmental actions during an employee’s leave or accommodation are consistent and legally compliant. Collaborate with the internal resources on complex cases to mitigate risk
Work closely with the Workers’ Compensation manager to coordinate any overlap between injury claims and leave cases. If necessary, analyze leave situations that may result in employment separation and provide recommendations in line with policy and law
Identify opportunities to streamline and improve the leave administration process (for example, by utilizing data reports or feedback) to enhance efficiency and employee experience. Participate in P&C projects or continuous improvement initiatives aimed at updating leave policies, improving self-service resources, or implementing best practices in leave management
Maintain strong working relationships with all external vendors, including the LOA TPA and benefits carriers
Stay current on benefits and leave-related legislation (FMLA, ADA, CFRA, PFL, USERRA, ACA, COBRA, etc.) and update company policies and practices as needed to remain in compliance. Prepare required notices or filings, such as FMLA reports or ACA compliance reports, and support audits by providing accurate benefits/leave data. Maintain confidential and organized records of all benefits transactions and leave cases for auditing and legal purposes
Perform other related duties or special projects as assigned, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the People & Culture team
High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Exercises good judgment in sensitive situations and adheres to ethical standards and company values. Demonstrates resilience and diplomacy when dealing with challenging cases or conflicts
Qualification
Required
4+ years of experience administering employee leave programs and/or benefits programs (experience in California leave administration is required)
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent work experience
High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Exercises good judgment in sensitive situations and adheres to ethical standards and company values
Demonstrates resilience and diplomacy when dealing with challenging cases or conflicts
Preferred
Experience supporting a multi-state workforce is preferred, given the company's multi-state operations
Hands-on experience with Workday HRIS (or a similar HRIS) is preferred
Experience with case management or ticketing systems for HR inquiries is a plus
Prior experience partnering with external leave administration vendors (LOA TPAs) and benefits carriers in a shared-service model is strongly preferred
Experience in a large employer environment (e.g., 2,000+ employees) or in industries with significant hourly populations (such as manufacturing, retail, or healthcare) is helpful for understanding the needs of an hourly workforce
Benefits
Competitive salaries with opportunities for growth
401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% employer matching
Comprehensive industry leading medical, dental and vision insurance
Company-provided life, disability and AD&D insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Generous paid time off including vacation and sick time
Holidays
Bereavement leave
Variety of programs including leadership development, training, and personal coaching
Education loan assistance and scholarships
Daily living, financial and legal services
Childcare and eldercare assistance
Employee discounts
Health and wellness resources that include virtual yoga, mindfulness, and financial readiness for employees and their family members
Company
MBK Real Estate Companies
MBK Real Estate Companies (MBK) is a leading developer and investor in senior living communities, multi-family residential and industrial real estate.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ed Stokx
CFO/CAO
Anita Hsu
Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer at MBK Real Estate Companies
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