Senior People Operations Compliance Analyst

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

📋 Description

• Monitor, analyze, and interpret evolving regulatory requirements and industry trends across U.S. and international jurisdictions.

• Assist in the implementation of compliance requirements related to AI and automated decision-making in areas including employment, restrictive covenants, worker classification, wage and hour regulations, employee data privacy, accessibility, recordkeeping, and FCRA/background checks.

• Convert complex regulatory requirements into practical policies, controls, and operational guidance.

• Review client compliance requirements, contracts, RFPs, background check standards, contractual language, and regulatory flow-down obligations.

• Evaluate client requirements against federal, state, and local employment laws and advise on strategies for compliant implementation.

• Support audits, client inquiries, and compliance attestations by maintaining documentation, controls, and evidence.

• Evaluate high-risk compliance matters and propose solutions to mitigate legal, operational, and contractual risks.

• Analyze root causes of compliance issues and implement sustainable remediation processes.

• Design and enhance People compliance frameworks, policies, standards, and internal controls.

• Assess hiring, onboarding, transfers, terminations, and data management processes for compliance risks and control gaps.

• Coordinate cross-functional compliance initiatives, policy updates, program enhancements, risk assessments, deliverables, findings, and escalations.

• Collaborate with the People Team, Talent Acquisition, Legal, People Data & Technology, IT, and business leaders.

• Develop and maintain global People policies and procedures while ensuring consistent implementation across business units and locations.

• Document requirements and assist in the implementation and testing of automated compliance workflows and controls.

• Integrate compliance requirements into HR technology, data governance, and employee lifecycle processes.

• Identify opportunities to reduce manual effort while enhancing accuracy, consistency, and auditability.

• Complete annual performance plan responsibilities and assigned special projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent experience; a focus in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is highly preferred.

• 5–7 years of progressive experience in People compliance, employment law, or related governance/risk roles.

• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certifications are highly preferred.

• Experience leading complex compliance initiatives, regulatory implementations, or supporting audit engagements.

• Demonstrated experience with employment laws across all 50 U.S. states.

• Working knowledge of Canada, Mexico, and Australia; exposure to global compliance is strongly preferred.

• Experience with HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS); UKG Pro and iCims preferred.

• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage stakeholders cross-functionally through influence.

• Effective communication, collaboration, facilitation, and presentation skills.

• Experience with database management, advanced Excel features including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs, and large data sets.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.

• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

• Must provide high-speed internet access/connectivity, office setup and maintenance, and a dedicated secure work area.

• Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Disability and life insurance coverage.

• 401(k) savings plans.

• Paid family leave.

• 9 paid holidays per year.

• 17–27 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, depending on level and length of service.

• Virtual interviews.

• Remote work arrangement.