Director, HR Compliance

Job Description

About Acrisure

A global fintech leader, Acrisure empowers millions of ambitious businesses and individuals with the right solutions. Bringing cutting-edge technology and top-tier human support together, it connects clients with customized solutions across a range of insurance, reinsurance, payroll, benefits, cybersecurity, mortgage services and more.

In the last eleven years, Acrisure has grown in revenue from $38 million to almost $5 billion and employs over 19,000 colleagues in 21 countries. Our culture is defined by our entrepreneurial spirit and all that comes with it: innovation, client centricity and an indomitable will to win.

Job Summary:

As the Director of Human Resources Compliance, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing HR compliance within the organization. You will play a critical role in ensuring that our HR policies, procedures, and practices align with legal and regulatory requirements, thereby minimizing organizational risk and promoting a fair and equitable workplace environment. As a member of the Legal team and reporting directly to the VP & Deputy General Counsel -Labor and Employment, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement compliance strategies and initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain HR compliance programs, policies, and procedures in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and industry best practices.
• Stay abreast of changes in employment laws and regulations, and proactively assess their impact on company policies and practices.
• Conduct or oversee regular audits and assessments to identify areas of potential risk or non-compliance and develop and execute action plans to address any issues.
• Provide guidance and support to HR staff and business leaders on compliance-related matters, including equal employment opportunity, anti-discrimination laws, wage and hour regulations, and employee privacy rights.
• Partner closely with HR Business Partners, Employee Relations Specialists and HR Operations team members to ensure compliance policies and procedures are properly implemented and communicated within the HR team.
• Provide overall legal and compliance support to the Human Resources function at the direction of the VP and Deputy General Counsel, Labor and Employment.
• Interpret laws and regulations and ensure that HR policies and practices are legally compliant.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for employees and managers to promote awareness and understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and external auditors during HR compliance reviews and audits.
• Monitor and track compliance metrics and prepare regular reports for senior leaders, highlighting areas of concern and recommending corrective actions as needed.
• Lead special projects and initiatives related to HR compliance.

Minimum Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience leading HR compliance, with a strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited nationally recognized law school.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• An active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing compliance programs and initiatives in a complex organizational environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess risks, develop effective mitigation strategies, and execute on those strategies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization and simplify complex concepts.
• Demonstrates excellent judgment in situations where clarity is sometimes limited
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of integrity and confidentiality.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive compensation
• Industry leading healthcare
• Savings and Investments
• Charitable Giving Programs
• Offering Hybrid Work Options
• Opportunities for Growth
• Parental Leave
• Generous Time Away

Making a lasting impact on the communities it serves, Acrisure has pledged more than $22 million through its partnerships with Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Blythedale Children's Hospital in Valhalla, New York.

To learn more, visit www.Acrisure.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Pay Details:

Acrisure is committed to employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.  California residents can learn more about our privacy practices for applicants by visiting the Acrisure California Applicant Privacy Policy available at www.Acrisure.com/privacy/caapplicant.

Acrisure is equally committed to supporting social issues. In 2021, the Company co-founded Evolution Advisors, a joint venture focused on providing greater access and more effectively distributing insurance products and financial services to minority-owned enterprises. In its home of Grand Rapids, Acrisure provided $15 million to create the Acrisure Center for Innovation in Children’s Health at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: Acrisure does not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a mutual service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered Acrisure’s property, and Acrisure will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to Hiring Managers without contacting Acrisure’s Human Resources Talent Department.