People Operations Specialist, HR Compliance

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead the involvement of Global People Operations in ongoing compliance audits, including SOX, HR security controls, and external assessments.

• Oversee the collection of audit evidence, manage timelines, and act as the People Operations liaison for audit teams across multiple concurrent cycles.

• Suggest data-driven improvements to HR processes and workflows.

• Analyze data and develop insights to promote continuous operational enhancements and improve the employee experience.

• Monitor and execute recurring compliance filings; keep filing calendars updated and track global regulatory changes.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and Centers of Excellence, including Procurement, Employment Legal, and Employee Relations.

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of Workday HRIS through manual employee change transactions and bulk data uploads.

• Develop and revise comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures that document system interactions and cross-functional transitions.

• Oversee relationships with compliance vendors, managing contract renewals, SLA oversight, and service transitions.

• Navigate uncertainty, identify suitable actions, and communicate systemic obstacles clearly.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Operations, or a related discipline.

• 3-5 years of experience in HR compliance, People Operations, or employment law support, with direct responsibility for compliance obligations.

• Familiarity with HR processes, policies, and best practices throughout the employee lifecycle.

• Experience in managing or facilitating external audits, including evidence collection and cross-functional collaboration.

• Technical skills and proficiency in Workday, particularly in data accuracy and management.

• Experience with Salesforce or a comparable ticketing system.

• Understanding of US employment compliance requirements: I-9/E-Verify, EEO-1 filing, state pay equity reporting, and labor law posting obligations.

• Proven track record of driving operational enhancements and contributing to major program delivery.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with COEs such as Legal, ER, and People Partners to resolve complex employee matters.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to translate regulatory requirements into clear SOPs and stakeholder communications.

• Capability to work cross-functionally and cross-culturally in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.

• High attention to detail, emphasizing accuracy, quality, and compliance.

• Proficiency in navigating ambiguity effectively.

• Strong organizational and project management capabilities.

• Preferred: fluency in data and AI, experience with SOX controls/internal audits/global compliance frameworks, vendor management experience, knowledge of international employment compliance, and experience in building or enhancing global HR compliance program infrastructure.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.

• Engaging company culture that values diversity and inclusion.