Leaves & Benefits Analyst

Wolfspeed•Durham, NC

22h

About The Position

At Wolfspeed, we do amazing things in a human way. We know that the achievements of our organization are due to the passion, hard work and creativity of our employees. We celebrate different perspectives to foster excellence across our organization, and our goal is to make diversity a foundation of what we do. We are proudly building an environment where you can bring your authentic self to work. Enjoy doing things that people say can’t be done? Innovation is at the center of everything we do. Hate red tape? We remove roadblocks instead of creating them. Working parent? We provide childcare assistance and paid parental leave. Student? We offer continuing education assistance. Looking for community? There are many ways to get involved, from Employee Resource Groups to local outreach. Who we’re looking for: Wolfspeed’s Human Resources business unit is seeking a Leaves & Benefits Analyst to participate and lead the development and implementation of benefit solutions for Wolfspeed. This position is the primary point of contact for employees navigating leaves of absence. We are looking for someone with experience managing a variety of leave requests, including personal, family, medical, and military leave, ensuring every step complies with federal, state, and local regulations. This position will also provide essential support for our benefits team, assisting with projects like open enrollment, benefits audits, and wellness programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field
2+years of US experience managing multi-state leaves of absence and accommodations; benefits experience preferred
In-depth knowledge of FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, and state-specific leave laws
Clear and empathetic communication style with the ability to simplify complex processes and provide excellent support to employees and managers
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Demonstrated ability to present to and interact with all levels of employees, managers, and executives

Responsibilities

Manage every type of leave from FMLA and parental leave to short-term disability, ensuring our employees feel supported every step of the way
Be a trusted guide, serving as the main point of contact for employees and managers, answering their questions about leave policies, paperwork, and timelines with clarity and empathy
Meticulously track each leave case, ensuring all records are accurate and that communication is proactive and timely
Partner with payroll to make sure employees are paid correctly while they're on leave
Monitor federal, state, and local laws to ensure our processes are always compliant and up-to-date
Analyze data focused on leave requests to help us identify opportunities to improve our policies and better support our employees
Collaborate with employees, managers, and our insurance partners to manage work restrictions and create a seamless transition back to the workplace
Provide support for our benefits programs, from answering employee questions about their plans to helping with wellness initiatives and plan audits
Assist with crucial projects like our annual open enrollment, helping to communicate changes and coordinate with our benefits vendors.
Serve as a backup resource during peak workload periods or team absences
Strong data auditing, analysis and reporting capabilities with excellent attention to detail
Provide exceptional service to colleagues and clients