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Full-Time
Work Arrangement
Virtual
Relocation Assistance Available
No
Grade
10M
Posted Date
14-Sep-2026
Job ID
20587
Description and Requirements
The Team You Will Join
On MetLife’s Global Customer Service and Operations (GCSO) team, customer care is built on trust, empathy, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Whether guiding customers through life’s important moments, solving challenges, or simplifying processes with innovative technology, you’ll help deliver a differentiated experience grounded in operational excellence. Backed by a collaborative team, you’ll play a vital role in strengthening the way we care and advocate for millions worldwide. Here, making a real difference isn’t just a goal - it’s what we do, one conversation at a time.
The Opportunity
The Operational Readiness Lead, Absence & Disability Programs is responsible for driving excellence across Absence, Leave, Disability, and Paid Family Leave programs while ensuring operational readiness for business transformations, migrations, system implementations, and process changes. The leader provides strategic direction, people leadership, technical expertise, coaching, and oversight to ensure compliant claim administration, workforce readiness, customer experience excellence, and successful delivery of migration initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of claim, absence, or operational professionals through coaching, performance management, and talent development.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on absence and leave operations, workforce readiness, process optimization, and risk mitigation.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives and represent the business area during strategic planning, projects, and transformation efforts.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, customer focus, engagement, accountability, and sound decision-making.
- Provide subject matter expertise for FMLA, ADA, state leave, PFML, disability, ERISA, and company leave programs.
- Monitor quality, audit, and authority review results to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
- Lead operational readiness activities supporting system migrations, platform conversions, organizational changes, and process transformations.
- Develop readiness plans that include training, communication, stakeholder engagement, risk assessments, testing support, and adoption strategies.
- Assess workforce readiness and capability gaps; implement coaching and development plans to prepare teams for future-state operations.
- Establish success metrics and monitor post-migration performance and quality.
- Collaborate with project teams to ensure business requirements, operational impacts, and change management considerations are appropriately addressed.
Required Qualifications
- Extensive experience in Absence, Leave Management, Disability Claims, or related operations.
- Demonstrated people leadership experience with responsibility for coaching, development, and performance outcomes.
- Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, state leave laws, PFML, disability programs, and regulatory frameworks.
- Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to influence at all organizational levels and successfully lead through change.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leading operational readiness, change management, system implementations, or migration initiatives.
- Catalyst & Legacy claim system experience.
- Abstraks experience.
The expected salary range for this position is $64,800 - $88,000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more! For more information regarding MetLife’s U.S. benefits, please click here.
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
As part of our New Frontier strategy, MetLife is building an AI-enabled, people-centered future. We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset as we use AI to enhance how we serve customers, support communities, and evolve the way work gets done. At MetLife, AI is a responsible partner that supports human judgment, creativity, and continuous improvement while helping us build trust, inclusion, and long-term value.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!
MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”). If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liabilities.
This posting is for a current vacancy and is anticipated to remain open for at least 60 days from the listed posting date.
Working Schedule
Full-Time
Work Arrangement
Virtual
Relocation Assistance Available
No
Grade
10M
Posted Date
14-Sep-2026
Job ID
20587
Description and Requirements
The Team You Will Join
On MetLife’s Global Customer Service and Operations (GCSO) team, customer care is built on trust, empathy, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Whether guiding customers through life’s important moments, solving challenges, or simplifying processes with innovative technology, you’ll help deliver a differentiated experience grounded in operational excellence. Backed by a collaborative team, you’ll play a vital role in strengthening the way we care and advocate for millions worldwide. Here, making a real difference isn’t just a goal - it’s what we do, one conversation at a time.
The Opportunity
The Operational Readiness Lead, Absence & Disability Programs is responsible for driving excellence across Absence, Leave, Disability, and Paid Family Leave programs while ensuring operational readiness for business transformations, migrations, system implementations, and process changes. The leader provides strategic direction, people leadership, technical expertise, coaching, and oversight to ensure compliant claim administration, workforce readiness, customer experience excellence, and successful delivery of migration initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of claim, absence, or operational professionals through coaching, performance management, and talent development.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on absence and leave operations, workforce readiness, process optimization, and risk mitigation.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives and represent the business area during strategic planning, projects, and transformation efforts.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, customer focus, engagement, accountability, and sound decision-making.
- Provide subject matter expertise for FMLA, ADA, state leave, PFML, disability, ERISA, and company leave programs.
- Monitor quality, audit, and authority review results to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
- Lead operational readiness activities supporting system migrations, platform conversions, organizational changes, and process transformations.
- Develop readiness plans that include training, communication, stakeholder engagement, risk assessments, testing support, and adoption strategies.
- Assess workforce readiness and capability gaps; implement coaching and development plans to prepare teams for future-state operations.
- Establish success metrics and monitor post-migration performance and quality.
- Collaborate with project teams to ensure business requirements, operational impacts, and change management considerations are appropriately addressed.
Required Qualifications
- Extensive experience in Absence, Leave Management, Disability Claims, or related operations.
- Demonstrated people leadership experience with responsibility for coaching, development, and performance outcomes.
- Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, state leave laws, PFML, disability programs, and regulatory frameworks.
- Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to influence at all organizational levels and successfully lead through change.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leading operational readiness, change management, system implementations, or migration initiatives.
- Catalyst & Legacy claim system experience.
- Abstraks experience.
The expected salary range for this position is $64,800 - $88,000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more! For more information regarding MetLife’s U.S. benefits, please click here.
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
As part of our New Frontier strategy, MetLife is building an AI-enabled, people-centered future. We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset as we use AI to enhance how we serve customers, support communities, and evolve the way work gets done. At MetLife, AI is a responsible partner that supports human judgment, creativity, and continuous improvement while helping us build trust, inclusion, and long-term value.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!
MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”). If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liabilities.
This posting is for a current vacancy and is anticipated to remain open for at least 60 days from the listed posting date.
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Align your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM requires the employer to define minimum qualifications before advertising the role. Review your transcripts and work history now so your degree field and job duties align cleanly with the posted requirements, avoiding delays at the audit stage.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search OFLC public disclosure data for companies that have filed PERM applications for Sales Operations or business operations roles. Employers who have done it before face fewer surprises, which shortens your path from offer to filing.
Understand EB-2 versus EB-3 before your first interview
Sales Operations Specialist roles typically qualify under EB-3 as a professional position requiring a bachelor's degree. If your employer wants to pursue EB-2, the job description must demonstrably require an advanced degree or its equivalent in specialized expertise.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to filter Sales Operations Specialist roles by green card sponsorship history. Focusing on employers with verified PERM filings for this occupation cuts out guesswork during the job search stage.
Clarify sponsorship terms before accepting any offer
Ask the employer directly whether they will cover PERM attorney fees and whether the I-140 petition is filed concurrently or sequentially. Leaving this undiscussed until after you sign can create cost and timeline surprises once the process starts.
Document your CRM and data tools experience precisely
PERM job descriptions for Sales Operations roles often list specific software such as Salesforce or SQL as requirements. Your resume and support letters should mirror that language exactly so USCIS reviewers can match your background to the certified position without an RFE.
Green Card Sales Operations Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Sales Operations Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Sales Operations Specialist positions qualify under EB-3 as a professional role requiring a bachelor's degree in business, analytics, or a related field. EB-2 is possible if the employer can demonstrate the role genuinely requires an advanced degree or if you qualify through a National Interest Waiver, but that is less common for this occupation. Your employer's attorney will recommend the category based on the actual job requirements.
How is the green card process different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Unlike H-1B visa, the EB-2 and EB-3 green card process leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status tied to a specific employer. There is no annual lottery, but PERM labor certification adds a recruitment and documentation phase that can take six to twelve months before USCIS even receives the I-140 petition. For most countries outside India and China, priority date backlogs at EB-3 are manageable, making the overall timeline more predictable than H-1B renewals.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from my employer?
Your employer must conduct DOL-mandated recruitment, including job postings, print advertising, and internal notices, to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. The process is entirely employer-driven and filed through the DOL's PERM system. You provide supporting documentation such as your resume and degree transcripts, but the legal and filing burden sits with the sponsoring company and its immigration counsel.
How do I find Sales Operations Specialist jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Standard job searches rarely surface which employers are willing to sponsor PERM-based green cards, because sponsorship intent is not always listed in postings. Migrate Mate filters Sales Operations Specialist roles by employers with verified green card filing history, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already committed to sponsoring this type of position rather than raising the topic cold.
Can I change employers after my I-140 is approved but before I have my green card?
If your I-140 has been approved and your priority date is current or within 180 days of becoming current, portability rules under AC21 let you move to a new employer in a same or similar occupation without losing your place in the queue. For Sales Operations roles, a new position in business operations, revenue analytics, or sales strategy will generally qualify as sufficiently similar, though your new employer's counsel should confirm the occupational match before you resign.