In our company, we recognize the importance of providing our remote employees with ample time to rest, recharge, and address personal matters. This Remote Team Time Off and Leave Policy outlines our guidelines for taking time off, including vacation, sick leave, and other types of leave, to ensure a healthy work-life balance and accommodate the diverse needs of our team members.

Vacation Time

a. Full-time remote employees are entitled to a certain number of paid vacation days per year, as specified in their employment agreement.

b. Employees should submit vacation requests to their supervisor with reasonable advance notice and coordinate their time off with team members to ensure proper coverage.

Sick Leave

a. Employees are entitled to a specified number of paid sick days per year, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

b. Employees should notify their supervisor as soon as possible if they are unable to work due to illness and provide any required documentation, such as a doctor's note.

Family and Medical Leave

a. In accordance with applicable laws, the company will provide eligible employees with unpaid family and medical leave for qualifying reasons, such as the birth or adoption of a child, the care of a family member with a serious health condition, or the employee's own serious health condition.

b. Employees should consult the company's Family and Medical Leave Policy for details on eligibility, duration, and notice requirements.

Bereavement Leave

a. The company will provide paid bereavement leave for employees experiencing the loss of an immediate family member, as defined in the company policy.

b. Employees should notify their supervisor of their need for bereavement leave and provide any required documentation, such as a death certificate or obituary.

Personal Leave

a. Employees may request unpaid personal leave for reasons not covered by other leave policies, subject to approval from their supervisor and in accordance with company guidelines.

b. The duration of personal leave and any impact on benefits should be discussed with the supervisor and Human Resources department.

Holidays

a. The company will observe designated company holidays and provide paid time off for full-time remote employees.

b. Employees should consult the company's Holiday Schedule for a list of observed holidays and any additional guidelines for remote teams.

By implementing this Remote Team Time Off and Leave Policy, we aim to create a supportive work environment that values the well-being of our employees and accommodates their diverse needs for rest, family time, and personal growth.