When you lose a loved one — whether that’s a family member, close friend, or a cherished pet — you may need time away from work to make arrangements, be with others, and grieve in a way that feels right for you. As a global team, we understand that each of our team members has unique cultural and personal ways of grieving the loss of a loved one. To honor these needs, we have designed this policy to provide clear instructions and make taking time away from work as simple as possible.

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🫶 Process for compassionate leave

If you need to take compassionate leave, here’s what to know and do:

1. Talk to Your Manager

Let your manager know what’s going on and how much time you think you’ll need.

If you’re unsure how long you’ll be away, that’s okay. Share what you can, as early as you can.

2. Length of Leave

You can take up to 2 weeks of paid compassionate leave, with the option to use PTO afterward if needed. If you need more time, your manager will help work through next steps, which may include a temporary contract adjustment.

3. Leave Process

Your manager will start the leave process in Bob, which will initiate a few key tasks. As a general overview, either you or your manager will:

4. Extended Leave (2+ weeks)

If your leave goes beyond two weeks: