Employment Compliance Senior Specialist

Join a talented global team that's powering AstraZeneca to better serve patients, every day. As a Reasonable Accommodation & Employment Compliance Specialist, you will administer the full lifecycle process associated with medical and religious accommodations. This includes reviewing ADA requests for accommodation, engaging with employees in the interactive process, and providing an organizational decision on the accommodation to the leave and disability vendor and employee. You will manage complex ADA requests and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws related to job protection and accommodating employees with disabilities. This role will also lead US employment compliance programs and serve as a trusted advisor to HR and COE functions.  

Feel rewarded and appreciated for your commitment in our science and research driven business.

Accountabilities:

In this role, you will handle intake of accommodation requests, send required notices, forms, and letters, and determine employee eligibility. You will coordinate with Managers and HR Business Partners to evaluate the need for potential accommodations. You will also be responsible for drafting correspondence and documenting all stages of the accommodation request process. Additionally, you will advise managers and employees on the interaction of the various leave entitlements and the ADA.  

Other responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

• US labor postings and notices: ensure compliance for federal, state, and local labor law posting requirements across all US locations (including field). Maintain the postings portal/process and ensure timely updates. 
• Statutory surveys and certificates: Complete mandatory employment-related surveys; manage and submit any required state workforce certificates/registrations; track deadlines and retain documentation. 
• New-hire and termination notices: Ensure delivery of all required federal, state, and local new-hire and separation notices; monitor changes and update templates/processes accordingly. 

Are you ready to take on these responsibilities?

Essential Skills/Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent years of experience.
  

Desirable Skills/Experience: 

• Experience handling the interactive process for accommodation requests submitted pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 
• Experience managing the interaction of family medical leave entitlements in conjunction with the application of an employee’s rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office.  

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $86,238- $129,358 USD Annual. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

At AstraZeneca, we are integrated and closely aligned with the whole enterprise, offering our expertise, and leveraging exciting new technology and digital innovations, to accelerate our evolution. We apply creativity to every task we do, taking smart risks to turn our ideas into reality. Always at full speed, we thrive in our fast-paced and dynamic environment. With countless opportunities available, this is the place to build an unrivalled reputation. And, as you take your career in new directions and to even greater heights you'll be rewarded for your successes.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now! 

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