HR Compliance Manager (Hybrid)

Naviga•Baltimore, MD

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The HR Compliance Manager will serve as a subject matter expert on employment compliance for a complex, nationally distributed organization. The role owns and influences firmwide compliance initiatives, interprets changing employment regulations, assesses risk, develops policy, and advises HR leadership and Legal. It regularly partners with HR, Employee Relations, HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and the Office of General Counsel. The position is hybrid and based at one of the listed corporate office locations: Chicago, Washington, DC, Reston, Atlanta, Austin, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, San Diego, Boston, Seattle, Minneapolis, Miami, Philadelphia, Short Hills, Raleigh, Phoenix, Baltimore, or Wilmington. Candidates are expected to align with local market business hours. Minimal travel may be required based on business needs.

Requirements

10+ years of meaningful HR compliance experience.
Deep knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
Strong experience interpreting regulations and translating them into practical HR guidance.
Experience writing, updating, and governing HR policies.
Experience with compliance audits, risk assessment, and remediation.
Hands-on knowledge of employment-related statutory reporting.
Experience supporting a multi-state or national workforce.
Ability to stay current as employment laws and regulations evolve.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex requirements clearly.
Confidence partnering with senior HR leaders and Legal.
Strong judgment and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.
Exceptional organization and attention to detail.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Professional HR certification such as PHR or SPHR.

Responsibilities

Serve as a subject matter expert on federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Monitor regulatory changes and translate them into practical HR policies, procedures, and guidance.
Identify compliance risks and recommend solutions and corrective actions.
Develop, update, and govern HR compliance policies and documentation.
Lead internal HR compliance audits and risk-management initiatives.
Manage the firm’s compliance calendar and ensure key requirements are completed on time.
Oversee mandatory HR compliance training, including workplace conduct and harassment prevention.
Manage and support statutory reporting, including EEO, VETS, OFCCP, and disability-related reporting.
Partner with HR Technology, Payroll, and Benefits to align HR systems and processes with regulatory requirements.
Develop compliance metrics and reporting for leadership.
Serve as a trusted partner to HR leadership, business partners, and the Office of General Counsel.
Stay current on evolving employment regulations and help the organization respond proactively to changes.