People Operations Specialist, HR Compliance

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. Own Global People Operations participation in recurring compliance audits, including SOX, HR security controls, and external audits .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR Compliance and People Operations, with a strong focus on managing audits, maintaining data integrity in Workday, and driving operational improvements. Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate complex regulatory requirements effectively.

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HR Compliance ManagementWorkday Data ManagementExternal Audit CoordinationUS Employment Compliance KnowledgeProject Management Skills

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Hard Skills

HR ComplianceData AnalysisOperational ImprovementEvidence GatheringProcess DocumentationVendor ManagementRegulatory FilingAudit ManagementData AccuracyEmployee Lifecycle Knowledge

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

WorkdaySalesforceHRISTicketing Systems

Industry Keywords

SOX ControlsI-9/E-VerifyEEO-1 FilingState Pay Equity ReportingLabor Law Posting RequirementsGlobal Compliance FrameworksEmployee RelationsPeople Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own Global People Operations participation in recurring compliance audits, including SOX, HR security controls, and external audits
Coordinate audit evidence gathering, manage timelines, and serve as the People Operations point of contact for audit teams across multiple concurrent cycles
Recommend data-driven enhancements to HR processes and workflows
Interpret data and formulate insights to drive continuous operational improvements and enhance the employee experience
Track and execute recurring compliance filings; maintain filing calendars and monitor global regulatory changes
Partner with cross-functional teams and Centers of Excellence, including Procurement, Employment Legal, and Employee Relations
Maintain Workday HRIS accuracy and integrity through manual employee change transactions and bulk data uploads
Create and update end-to-end Standard Operating Procedures documenting system interactions and cross-functional handoffs
Manage compliance vendor relationships, including contract renewals, SLA oversight, and service transitions
Navigate ambiguity, determine appropriate courses of action, and communicate systemic blockers clearly

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Operations, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in HR compliance, People Operations, or employment law support, with direct ownership of compliance obligations
Knowledge of HR processes, policies, and best practices across the employee lifecycle
Experience managing or supporting external audits, including evidence gathering and cross-functional coordination
Technical aptitude and proficiency with Workday, specifically data accuracy and management
Experience with Salesforce or a similar ticketing system
Working knowledge of US employment compliance requirements: I-9/E-Verify, EEO-1 filing, state pay equity reporting, and labor law posting requirements
Experience driving operational improvements and contributing to significant program delivery
Proven experience collaborating effectively with COEs such as Legal, ER, and People Partners to resolve complex employee issues
Written and verbal English communication skills, including translating regulatory requirements into plain-language SOPs and stakeholder updates
Ability to work cross-functionally and cross-culturally in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Detail-oriented, with a focus on accuracy, quality, and compliance
Ability to navigate ambiguity effectively
Strong organizational and project management skills
Preferred: data fluency, AI fluency, experience with SOX controls/internal audits/global compliance frameworks, vendor management experience, familiarity with international employment compliance, and experience building or improving global HR compliance program infrastructure