Your responsibilitiesJob SummaryThe HR Compliance Director will be responsible for overseeing all activities as it relates to HR compliance for thyssenkrupp Materials NA (tkMNA), which operates in 40+ states with over 100 locations in the US and 5 provinces and 7 locations in Canada. This position will be responsible for leading an HR Compliance team, which will proactively identify monitor, and assess the Company's HR Compliance initiatives including the HR investigation's function. This includes ensuring awareness of emerging compliance issues and proposing solutions or policy changes to mitigate risks for the organization. through process & policy development and trainings. This role will seek guidance from our internal counsel on policy and process changes. Additionally, this role will interact with top business executives within tkMNA as well as top HR leaders for each business to discuss high risk and/or high impact compliance situations to ensure alignment and awareness as needed.
Job DescriptionKey Accountabilities:- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Conduct regular audits and reviews of HR processes, practices, and records to identify compliance gaps or areas of improvement.
- Monitor and address potential compliance issues, such as discrimination complaints, workplace safety concerns, or wage and hour violations.
- Create a comprehensive risk management strategy for HR Practices.
- Stay abreast of changes in local, state, federal regulations and update Company policies accordingly.
- Proactively identify emerging compliance issues and propose solutions or policy changes to mitigate risks.
- Collaborate with legal counsel. as needed. to ensure compliance with local, state, and federals laws.
- Collaborate with thyssenkrupp headquarters centers of excellence teams, such as finance, HR Operations, Leave Administration, Payroll, Compensation, Recruiting and HR Systems, to ensure alignment of HR practices with overall organizational goals and objectives.
- Review, develop, and establish cadence to manage compliance needs for the HR organization.
- Create, track and report on key HR Compliance KPIs.
- Prepare reports and documentation related to HR compliance activities. Maintain accurate records of compliance-related initiatives.
- Oversight and audit responsibility for the company's background checks, drug testing, and I-9 compliance programs.
- Evaluate the results of compliance reports (California Pay Data Reporting, VEVVRAA, Section 503, etc) and communicate key findings to business HR.
- Make recommendations on changes/updates to policies or practices to improve/guide results in a direction that aligns with compliance requirements and company initiatives.
- Provide information and tools to various stakeholders including HRBPs, business leaders and employees to drive HR compliance with company policies and local, state, provincial, and federal laws.
- Create and update company policies and employee handbooks to reflect changes in regulations and industry best practices.
- Communicate policies effectively to employees and provide guidance on interpretation of company policy and compliance.
- Lead a team that is responsible for HR investigations, employee relations, and California HR compliance.
- Develop training content and lead delivery of compliance training sessions to ensure our HR teams are thoroughly prepared to support new and updated HR compliance policies and processes
- Develop and deliver training programs for managers and employees to ensure understanding and compliance of HR policies and regulations.
- Provide guidance and support to HR staff and managers on compliance-related matters as needed.
- Account management for HR compliance vendors (pre-employment screening, employment poster, etc)
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive employee information and compliance-related matters. Adhere to data privacy regulations and handle personal data securely.
- Ability to tailor compliance processes to meet unique individual business unit needs to find optimal balance between risk mitigation and effective business operations
- The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities or requirements. The organization reserves the right to modify or change the job description, duties, and responsibilities at any time, based on business needs or other factors.
Qualifications:Minimum Requirements:- Bachelors degree in HR, Business Administration or related field
- 5 years of experience in HR Compliance (preferably in a large company) or similar role
- 10 years of experience in Human Resources, including at least 3 years leading a multi functional team
- Extensive knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws
- Experience creating, maintaining, and implementing HR Policies and Procedures
- Ability to solve complex problems
- Ability to demonstrate strong business judgment skills
- Successful track record of leading and implementing enterprise scale HR compliance initiatives and change management
- Experience managing multiple projects and priorities
- Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, and writing skills
- Demonstrated ability to work at all levels of the organization
- Ability to communicate with C-Suite in a concise and clear manner
- Ability to gain buy in and support for new initiatives
- Experience with California HR Compliance
Preferred Qualifications: - Masters in HR, Business Administration or JD degree
The listed job requirements and qualifications are not exhaustive and the organization may consider equivalent combinations or education and experience.
Benefits OverviewWe offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as :
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Voluntary Wellness Programs
- 401(k) and RRSP programs with Company Match
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- And more!
Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.
