What is Bereavement Leave ?
Bereavement leave is a type of leave granted to employees to allow them time off from work after the death of a close family member or loved one. This leave provides employees the opportunity to grieve, attend funerals, and handle related arrangements or affairs.
The duration and terms of bereavement leave vary by employer or jurisdiction. Some organizations offer paid leave, while others may grant unpaid time off. Policies typically define who qualifies as a “close family member” for such leave.
How HR teams use this term
HR teams usually use Bereavement Leave when they write policies, explain employee communication, review payroll or leave records, or keep employee data clean in an HRMS.