Job Title: Lead Leave & Disability (HR)Job DescriptionThe Lead, Leave and Disability, oversees and administers the daily operations of Leave Administration, PTO, and Life Insurance. This role leads investigations, resolves complex issues, liaises with benefits providers, recommends program improvements, monitors leave administration, and provides customer service. It also offers analytical and technical support for all leave benefits programs.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:• Administer and counsel management and team members on benefit programs, policies, and procedures; ensure compliance with ADA, HIPAA, FMLA, and other relevant laws.• Oversee Leave Administration for US Shoreside, Pride of America, and Shipboard officers, ensuring timely and accurate processing of FMLA, STD, and LTD requests.• Manage the ADA Accommodation request process for US team members.• Administer the leave accrual process in HRIS, monitor intercompany transfers, investigate exceptions, and ensure accurate enrollment.• Ensure compliance of company leave programs with federal and state laws.• Oversee submission and management of Life insurance documents, including EOI and Life claims.• Manage Family Care benefits, including Family Planning and Adoption reimbursement claims.• Oversee time entry for US team members on leave, ensuring accurate biweekly payments.• Manage the POA Vacation payout process biweekly.• Oversee Shipboard Officer Death and Disability programs and payments.• Participate in the review, development, and modification of department procedures and automated systems, and provide input on operating policies related to Leave of Absence, Disability, and PTO.• Assist in the implementation of new carriers and products, system setup, and benefit business processes.• Contribute to the development of long-range objectives for Leave benefit programs with the benefits team.• Perform other job-related functions as assigned.Job TypeThis is a contract position with a duration of 5 Months.Work Environment• This is a hybrid position requiring some days on-site in Miami, Florida and some days remote.• Schedule: Monday-Thursday (on-site); Fridays (remote).About Aston Carter:Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:Hiring diverse talentMaintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflectionBuilding a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomesEnsuring growth opportunities for our peopleThe company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.