Position Upon Return to Work Clause Samples
The "Position Upon Return to Work" clause defines an employee's right to be reinstated to their previous job or an equivalent position after returning from a leave of absence, such as medical or parental leave. Typically, this clause outlines whether the employee will return to the exact same role, with the same pay and benefits, or to a comparable position if the original job is unavailable. Its core function is to protect employees from losing their employment status or suffering demotion due to taking approved leave, thereby ensuring job security and compliance with employment laws.
Position Upon Return to Work a) Where a leave of absence is granted under this Article, the employee shall be reinstated upon their return to the position they occupied prior to going on leave.
b) Where their position is abolished during their absence, the employee shall be subject to the provisions of this Agreement which would have been applicable had they not been on leave at the time of abolition.
Position Upon Return to Work. Regular Counsel on leave of absence shall have the right to return to their former position.