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Parental Leave

Leave entitlement for parents following the birth or adoption of a child.

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Parental leave is a broad term covering all forms of leave available to parents around the birth or adoption of a child, including maternity leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, and adoption leave. Entitlements and payment rates vary significantly by country. Many forward-thinking employers offer enhanced parental leave beyond statutory minimums as a key employee benefit and retention tool. HR software manages parental leave entitlements, tracks pay rates, and handles return-to-work processes.

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