Senior Manager, People Compliance

Year Round COLLABORATION | AUTHENTICITY | PURPOSE | EMPOWERMENT Alterra Mountain Company is a family of iconic year-round mountain destinations, the world's largest heli-skiing operation, and Ikon Pass - the premier ski and snowboard season pass offering access to more than 50 iconic mountain destinations around the world. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado and born out of a shared love of the mountains and adventure, Alterra Mountain Company exists to shape the future of mountain adventure. WHAT WE OFFER Free Ikon Pass for all eligible employees + additional free skiing/riding privileges across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts for eligible employees and their dependents Discounted skiing/riding for friends and family of eligible employees across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts Flexible Time Off (FTO) and Paid Time Off (PTO) policies for eligible employees to relax and recharge Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc. Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more 401(k) plan with generous company match Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees Commuter benefits (Denver employees only) Hybrid workplace policy encouraging regular in-person collaboration in our dog-friendly company headquarters office located in Denver's RiNo Art District neighborhood (for eligible employees). For information on Alterra Mountain Company's Social Responsibility work, please see our webpage at Among other resources, Alterra has a slate of Employee Resource Groups to support our workforce. POSITION SUMMARY The Senior Manager of Compliance is responsible for leading the organization's people-related compliance programs, ensuring adherence to applicable employment laws, regulations, internal policies, and ethical standards. Acting as a trusted advisor to leaders, this position delivers proactive HR solutions, ensures regulatory alignment, and supports a culture of ethical behavior, accountability, and respectful employee engagement. ESSENTIAL DUTIES General Responsibilities Partner with business leaders to understand organizational priorities and align HR compliance strategies accordingly. Design, implement, operationalize, and maintain HR compliance programs and policies that mitigate risk and ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions. Identify areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; recommend and implement corrective actions. Interpret, communicate, and train stakeholders on relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies, including federal, state, provincial, and local labor laws. Monitor changes in employment law (e.g., wage and hour, leave of absence, pay transparency, EEO, DEI mandates, OSHA, ADA, FMLA, and union regulations) and proactively adjust policies and practices to ensure compliance. Serve as the primary liaison with Legal, Risk, and Internal Audit teams to ensure consistency and completeness in compliance practices. Develop and oversee the internal audit calendar for HR-related processes, including I-9s, wage statements, personnel file compliance, and background check protocols. Establish and manage HR compliance training programs, including anti-harassment, ethics, FLSA classifications, and accommodation processes. Support enterprise-wide policy management and version control process; ensure policies are accessible, up to date, and appropriately communicated. Support regulatory compliance for immigration programs (e.g., J-1, H-2B, and other visa categories), including coordination with external counsel and government agencies. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master's degree or JD preferred) 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with demonstrated strength in employee relations and compliance Strong working knowledge of employment laws, HR policy development, and compliance procedures Ability to think strategically with an enterprise mindset and implement tactical solutions Advanced project management skills and a strong track record of program execution Skilled in analyzing data to inform decision-making and drive improvements Sound judgment, integrity, and the ability to build trusted relationships at all levels of the organization Professional/lived experience in a culturally competent manner to a diverse range of audiences and new/emerging markets, including to underrepresented communities. The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the Alterra Mtn Co Shared Services Inc. salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of the Company's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives and many region-specific benefits. Denver area base salary range: $127,000 - $184,000 per year Application Deadline: This position is open and still accepting applications. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Alterra Mountain Company and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alterra Mountain Company