HR Operations & Compliance Manager

We're looking for a HR Operations & Compliance Manager to join our team in New York or Chicago. This role supports the execution and continuous improvement of our global HR programs and processes, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and ease of use across every region we operate. Key Responsibilities Support the design and execution of scalable HR workflows, policies, and reporting structures across regional hubs. Project manage key people programs from onboarding to off‑boarding, ensuring smooth and consistent delivery. Identify opportunities to simplify, automate, or improve existing HR processes leveraging AI technologies, and bring recommendations for implementation. Drive AI adoption across the People Success team, ensuring progress against KPIs and value realization. Support compliance with local, state, and international employment laws (including GDPR and multi‑country labor codes). Assist in maintaining audit‑ready documentation, controls, and process records across People Operations. Monitor regulatory changes and flag compliance risks to stakeholders. Administer HRIS to maintain accurate employee data across onboarding, changes, and off‑boarding workflows globally. Ensure clean data governance practices for reliable, up‑to‑date people data. Support HRIS improvement initiatives and assist in implementation projects. Serve as day‑to‑day partner to Finance on HRIS data integrity, reporting, and workflow accuracy. Collaborate with regional HR teams and business partners to troubleshoot issues, share updates, and ensure consistent process execution. Assist in evaluating the HR tech stack and support implementation and rollout of new tools and integrations. Qualifications Required: 4–6 years of experience in HR Operations, People Operations, or a related HR generalist role. Hands‑on experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, BambooHR) and HR data management. Solid understanding of employment law fundamentals and compliance requirements across multiple geographies. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑moving environment. Proven ability to execute on projects independently and follow through with minimal direction. Collaborative, team‑oriented working style with strong communication skills. Self‑starter with a builder mindset, comfortable in an environment where processes are still being built and refined. Preferred: Experience with workflow automation tools or process improvement methodologies. Exposure to global HR operations across multiple regions or time zones. Background in data reporting or People analytics. Core Competencies Self‑Starter: Proactive, forward‑thinking, and action‑oriented. Critical Eye: Consistently questions processes and surfaces recommendations. Simplifier: Reduces steps, leverages automation, and streamlines processes. Clear Communicator: Communicates clearly and concisely; simplifies complexity for diverse audiences. Global Mindset: Balances regional nuance with global consistency. Execution Excellence: Delivers through disciplined follow‑through and accountability. Collaborative Partner: Builds effective working relationships across teams and functions. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, parental leave, unlimited vacation, and company‑paid holidays. Specific programs and options vary by state, start date, and employment type. Compensation Minimum and maximum full‑time annual base salary for this role is $120,000 – $140,000. Actual compensation can vary based on skills, experience, education, certifications, responsibilities, and location. #J-18808-Ljbffr