Program Manager

Leave of Absence Program Manager

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At BlackLine, we'recommitted to bringing passion and customer focus to the business of enterprise applications.

Since beingfounded in 2001,BlackLine has becomea leading provider of cloud software that automates andcontrols the entirefinancial close process. Our vision is to modernize the finance and accounting function to enablegreater operational effectiveness and agility, andwe are committed to delivering innovative solutions and services to empower accounting and finance leaders around the world to achieve Modern Finance.

Being a best-in-class SaaSCompany, we understand that bringing in new ideasand innovative technology is mission critical. At BlackLine we are alwaysworking with new,cutting edge technology that encourages our teams to learn something new and expandtheir creativity and technical skillset that will accelerate their careers.

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BlackLine is seeking a dedicated and experienced Leave of Absence Program Manager to oversee and optimize our global leave of absence programs. In this role, you will ensure compliance, consistency, and a supportive experience for our employees acrossour diverse regions, directly contributing to their wellbeing and fostering a positive, inclusive work environment.

You'll Get To:

Key Responsibilities

Own and managethe entire leaveof absence process,including medical, parental, personal, military, and other globalleaves, from initialintake to return to work. Evaluate andoptimize global leave of absence policies and processes, ensuring consistency, compliance, and an enhanced employee experience across regions.

Oversee the accommodations process, including ergonomic and disability-related requests, ensuring full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and managers navigating leave or accommodation requests.Provide direct guidance and resolve issues.

Collaborate effectively with Legal, HR Business Partners, and the HR Operations team to ensure policies, documentation and workflows are compliant and employee-friendly.

Partner with Payrolland HRIS systemsto ensure accurateand timely pay for employeeson leave, including coordination of statutory benefits, company top-ups,and vendor-reported pay events.

Conduct thorough reviews and analyses of existing leave processing, identifying areas for standardization and improvement across all regions.

Develop and maintaina standardoperating procedure manualto document existingprocesses. Develop and deliver trainingand communication materials to educate HR, employees and people leaders on leave policies and processes.

Track and analyze relevant data to identify trends, measure program effectiveness, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging practices in leave management, ensuring BlackLine policies remain competitive and compliant.

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications and Requirements

Deep knowledge of global leaveand accommodation laws,including US FMLA,ADA,CFRA, PDL and otherrelevant federal stateand international legislation Must have global experience in organizations with a footprint across EMEA, APJ and Americas, including managing processes for diverse environments.

Strong program and process management skills with experience owning and refining benefits and/or leave of absence program or process preferred.

Proven experience improvingor building programsfrom the ground up, includingprocess design and documentation. Experience working closely with legal teams and HR Business Partners on complex or nuanced cases.

Empathetic approach with strong interpersonal skills and communication skills with a customer focusedmindset. Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion and care.

Excellent analytical skills for data review.

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of Workday a plus.

Thrive at BlackLine Because You Are Joining:

A technology-based company with a sense of adventure anda vision forthe future. Everydoor at BlackLine is open. Justbring your brains, your problem-solving skills, and be partof a winning team at the world's most trusted name in Finance Automation!

A culture that is kind, open, and accepting. It's a place where people can embrace what makes them unique, and the mix of cultural backgrounds and varying interests cultivates diverse thought and perspectives.

A culture where BlackLiner's continued growth andlearning is empowered. BlackLine offers a wide variety of professional development seminars and inclusive affinity groups to celebrate and

support ourdiversity.

BlackLine is an equalopportunity employer. Allqualified applicants willreceive consideration foremployment without regardto sex, genderidentity or expression, race, ethnicity, age,religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, ancestry, color, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, medical condition, genetic information, or anyother protected classor category recognized by applicable equalemployment opportunity or other similar laws.

BlackLine recognizes that the ways we work and the workplace itselfhave shifted. We innovate in a workplace that optimizes a combination of virtual and in-person interactions to maximize

collaboration and nurture our culture. Candidates who live withina reasonable commuteto one of our officeswill work in the officeat least 2 days a week.

Pay Transparency and Candidate Accessibility:

Placement withinthis range depends upon several factors, including the applicant's prior relevant jobexperience, skill set,and geographic location. In addition to base pay,BlackLine also offersshort- term and long-term incentive programs, based on eligibility, alongwith a robustoffering of benefitand wellness plans.