HR Compliance Sr. Specialist - Immigration and Employment Law

HR Compliance Senior Specialist

At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential, for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier, happier place to live.

Our portfolio of brands Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ is crafted to serve customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector.

Join our more than 13,000 employees who are inspired every day to deliver exceptional experiences that turn possibility into reality.

The HR Compliance Senior Specialist is responsible for identifying and monitoring employment compliance obligations across all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictions. This role leads initiatives related to employment practices compliance, implements relevant programs, and audits those programs to ensure ongoing adherence. The specialist research emerging compliance issues, collects and analyzes compliance-related data, and supports management in maintaining compliance with employment laws, wage and hour regulations, payroll practices, and other HR-related activities. This individual ensures company policies, procedures, and practices align with current employment laws and regulations nationwide.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the company's end-to-end immigration sponsorship programs, including work visas and employment-based green card processes, ensuring regulatory compliance and timely, accurate case management.
• Compiles and interprets HR data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement in compliance practices; presents findings and actionable recommendations to HR leadership.
• Serve as a integral partner and resource for Workday compliance system enhancements to identify opportunities for system configuration improvements, automation, and process optimization related to onboarding workflows, compliance tracking and document management.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to FLSA, ADA, FMLA, EEOC guidelines, and applicable state/local labor laws; communicates changes and supports implementation of necessary policy or process adjustments.
• Conduct audits and analyzes data related to human resource compliance with federal, state, and local jurisdiction.
• Implements special projects by clarifying project objectives, setting timetables and schedules; conducting research; developing and organizing information.
• Leads HR compliance training efforts by researching state-specific legal and regulatory requirements, partnering with the stakeholders to design and deploy training programs, managing the training calendar, and tracking completion to support organizational compliance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree plus 5-7 years' experience in employment law compliance, experience researching employment laws, experience implementing and monitoring a compliance program or advanced degree and equivalent work experience.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational and work prioritization skills.
• Ability to create, maintain, and improve processes to increase overall team efficiency.
• Exemplary analytical capabilities and problem-solving skills including experience with analyzing large amounts of data and developing metrics, reporting mechanisms, and audit reports.
• Strong ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maturity.
• Ability to coach and influence others.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity and in a hybrid work environment.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to remain tactful, calm, and persuasive in controversial and/or confrontational situations.
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills.

This is a hybrid role requiring onsite presence 23 days per week at our Oak Park Heights, MN location.

Pay Range: $69,840.00 - $104,760.00

Culture and Benefits:

At Andersen, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Every day, their talent, dedication and passion enables us to be the most trusted window & door company. To support our employees, we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards Package a thoughtful combination of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to investing in each team member's wellbeing and success. While specific benefits may vary by position or location, we're proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support your well-being, growth, and future. Our benefits include:

• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing*
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave*
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities

*For employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement, some benefits may differ or may not be available based on the terms of the agreement.

Profit Sharing: In 2026 Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $3,600 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit Sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.

EEOC Employer: Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.