Leave Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Leave Case Administration
• Administer end-to-end leave cases including:
• FMLA, ADA, state-protected leaves, short-term disability, long-term disability, parental leaves, personal leaves, and Canadian provincial leave programs.
• Conduct intake, determine eligibility, prepare documentation, track leave timelines, and manage return-to-work coordination.
• Ensure all case decisions, communications, and documentation are accurate, timely, and compliant with policy and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date records and case notes in Capri's leave tracking systems and internal documentation tools.
• Employee Experience & Communication
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees and managers throughout the leave process, providing clear, empathetic, and supportive guidance.
• Assist with rewriting and updating leave communications as Capri enhances its internal leave processes.
• Educate employees and managers on requirements, timelines, benefits implications, and responsibilities related to leaves of absence.
• Provide consistent, timely updates to employees and HR partners to support seamless leave and return-to-work experiences.
• Coordination With HR, Payroll & Risk Management
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Employee Relations, Payroll, HRIS, and Benefits team members to ensure smooth operations across the leave lifecycle.
• Coordinate with the Risk Management team to ensure employees out of work due to workers' compensation are placed on the appropriate leave type.
• Support Payroll with accurate information for benefit deductions, pay continuation, and time tracking during leaves.
• Compliance & Documentation
• Ensure compliance with U.S. federal regulations (FMLA, ADA), state protected leave laws, and Canadian provincial leave requirements.
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready files and secure documentation, upholding strict confidentiality at all times.
• Identify trends or potential compliance concerns and escalate them to the Leave Manager as appropriate.
• Process Improvement Support
• Assist the Leave Manager in executing the redesign of Capri's in-house leave processes, including simplifying workflows and enhancing employee-facing clarity.
• Participate in rewriting policies, templates, letters, emails, and resource materials to ensure consistency and readability.
• Support system enhancements and the evaluation or implementation of future leave management software tools.
• You'll Need to Have:
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• 2-4 years of experience in leave administration , HR operations, benefits, or related field.
• Knowledge of FMLA, ADA, state leave programs, and/or Canadian provincial leave laws preferred.
• Experience in a multi-state or retail environment is a plus.
• Proficiency in HR systems; Workday experience is beneficial.
• We'd Love to See:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an empathetic approach.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage deadlines, priorities, and sensitive information.
• Spanish speaking preferred, but not required
• Capri Perks:
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Calendar
• Summer Fridays
• Internal Mobility Across Brands
• Cross-brand Discount
• Exclusive Employee Sales
• Fav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family)
• 401k Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Thrive Wellness Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Gym Discounts
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• At Capri Holdings Limited, we are committed to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the interview or application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at CapriTalentAcquisition@CapriHoldings.com.
• In compliance with certain Pay Transparency laws, employers are required to disclose a salar

Requirements

• You are detail-oriented, organized, compassionate, and comfortable managing a high-volume, multi-jurisdictional caseload in a fast-paced retail/fashion environment.

Benefits

Additional Information

Michael Kors is always interested in hearing from talented, globally-minded individuals with a passion for fashion. If you enjoy working in a creative, fast-paced environment, then we would love to hear from you! -

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