HR Compliance Director

Acrisure•New York, NY

31d•$175,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

Acrisure is a global Fintech leader that combines the best of humans and high tech to offer multiple financial products and services to millions of businesses and individual clients. We connect clients to solutions that help them protect and grow what matters, including Insurance, Reinsurance, Cyber Services, Mortgage Origination and more. Acrisure employs over 19,000 entrepreneurial colleagues in 22 countries and have grown from $38 million to $4.8 billion in revenue in just over ten years. Our culture is defined by our entrepreneurial spirit and all that comes with it: innovation, client centricity and an indomitable will to win. As the Director of Human Resources Compliance, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing HR compliance within the organization. You will play a critical role in ensuring that our HR policies, procedures, and practices align with legal and regulatory requirements, thereby minimizing organizational risk and promoting a fair and equitable workplace environment. As a member of the Legal team and reporting directly to the Deputy General Counsel - Labor and Employment, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement compliance strategies and initiatives.

Requirements

10+ years of experience leading HR compliance, with a strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources or related field; or recognized equivalent combination of education and experience.
Familiarity with HR compliance tools and systems (e.g., Workday, NAVEX, ComplianceHR, AuditBoard).
Proven track record of developing and implementing compliance programs and initiatives in a complex organizational environment.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess risks, develop effective mitigation strategies, and execute on those strategies.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization and simplify complex concepts.
Demonstrates excellent judgment in situations where clarity is sometimes limited
Detail-oriented with a high degree of integrity and confidentiality.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.

Nice To Haves

J.D. or Master's in HR, Employment Law, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Monitor and interpret evolving federal, state, and local employment laws (e.g., FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, OSHA, HIPAA, and others).
Develop and implement compliant HR policies, practices, and procedures.
Ensure compliance with global employment standards, including GDPR, pay transparency laws, and cross-border employment regulations.
Lead internal HR compliance audits and risk assessments; identify and mitigate potential areas of compliance vulnerability.
Respond to and manage government audits or investigations (e.g., DOL, EEOC).
Stay abreast of changes in employment laws and regulations and proactively assess their impact on company policies and practices.
Monitor and track compliance metrics and prepare regular reports for senior leaders, highlighting areas of concern and recommending corrective actions as needed
Partner with Legal/Compliance and Internal Audit on enterprise compliance matters.
Draft and maintain the employee handbook, HR policies, and code of conduct.
Design and deliver training programs on compliance-related topics, such as anti-discrimination, harassment prevention, wage & hour compliance, and workplace safety.
Oversee complex employee relations matters involving potential legal or compliance risks.
Support the employee relations team in developing, reviewing, and executing processes related to internal investigations.
Ensure proper recordkeeping and compliance with document retention laws.
Prepare and submit required government reports (e.g., EEO-1, OSHA logs, ACA reporting).
Partner with HRIS and IT teams to maintain compliance in HR systems and data handling.
Advise HR business partners, leaders, and managers on compliant HR practices.
Lead or contribute to special projects and cross-functional initiatives involving HR compliance (e.g., DEI, pay equity, remote work).
Mentor and develop compliance staff.
Provide overall legal and compliance support to the Human Resources function at the direction of the Deputy General Counsel, Labor and Employment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.
Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.
Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.
Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.

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