About the company
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director of Compliance based in the United States.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive HR compliance framework covering U.S. and Canadian operations
- Monitor regulatory and legislative developments and translate changes into practical policies, procedures, controls, and business practices
- Lead compliance audits, risk assessments, investigations, and corrective action plans
- Identify emerging compliance risks and partner with business and functional leaders to develop effective mitigation strategies
- Oversee compliance programs relating to immigration, work authorization, visa sponsorship, and cross-border employee mobility
- Develop, review, and implement HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks
- Provide expert guidance to HR and business leaders on employment practices, policy interpretation, and complex compliance matters
- Lead Canadian labor relations, including collective bargaining, contract administration, grievance resolution, and relationships with union representatives
- Partner with HR, Legal, Finance, Commercial, Technology, and other functions to identify risks
- Advise on complex investigations involving compliance concerns, employee relations, workplace conflicts, and disciplinary matters
- Coach and mentor HR, Employee Relations, and compliance professionals
- Drive continuous improvement and digital transformation
- Support and deliver training on applicable compliance topics
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Law, or a related discipline
- 10+ years of progressive experience in HR compliance, employee relations, employment law, or a related field, including at least 6 years in a leadership role
- Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian employment and labor laws, employment standards, and HR compliance practices
- Demonstrated ability to assess organizational risk and translate complex legal or regulatory requirements into practical, actionable business solutions
- Experience leading complex investigations, compliance programs, or cross-functional initiatives
- Strong judgment and the ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters
- Excellent communication, analytical, project management, and stakeholder-management capabilities
- Proven ability to influence senior leaders
- Strategic mindset
- Ability to navigate ambiguity
- Preferred: MBA, advanced degree, or relevant professional certification such as SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CCEP, CHRL, or CHRP
- Preferred: Experience within a mid-to-large organization, ideally supporting 5,000+ employees
- Preferred: Experience in telecommunications, infrastructure, technology, professional services, or another complex or regulated environment
- Preferred: Experience supporting unionized workforces
- Preferred: Experience supporting employees and operations across both the United States and Canada
- Preferred: Bilingual proficiency in French and English
Conditions
- Estimated base salary range of $107,300–$165,000 USD annually
- Eligibility for a discretionary annual incentive plan for non-sales roles
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Paid time off and generous leave programs, including paid parental leave
- Remote work opportunity within the United States