Global HR Policy & Compliance Manager

Dayforce; Canada; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayforce seeks a Global HR Policy & Compliance Manager to drive consistent, legally sound HR practices across multiple jurisdictions. The role involves managing HR policies, compliance audits, and collaboration with legal and HR teams to ensure adherence to regulations. This position requires significant experience in HR and a strong understanding of employment law, providing an opportunity for impactful work in an engaging corporate environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay and extensive benefits

Comprehensive wellness initiatives

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Volunteer days and community impact initiatives

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in HR compliance and policy development.
• Solid understanding of U.S. employment law and international HR compliance.
• Experience managing complex HR documentation.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining global HR policies and compliance practices.
• Conducting regular audits for compliance with employment laws.
• Managing HR compliance projects and communication.

Skills

HR compliance

policy development

employee relations

audits

communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Law, or a related field

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$100,300.00/yr - CA$179,300.00/yr

Dayforce is a global human capital management (HCM) company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, with operations across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and the Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) region. Our award-winning Cloud HCM platform offers a unified solution database and continuous calculation engine, driving efficiency, productivity and compliance for the global workforce. Our brand promise - Makes Work Life BetterTM- Reflects our commitment to employees, customers, partners and communities globally.

Location: Work is what you do, not where you go. For this role, we are open to remote work and can hire anywhere in the United States or Canada

About The Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-oriented and globally minded HR Policy & Compliance Manager to support and strengthen our HR compliance framework and policy governance. Reporting to the Employee Relations team, this role will serve as a key partner in driving consistent, legally sound, and values-aligned HR practices across the company’s global footprint, while sitting in North America.

This role partners closely with Legal, HR Centers of Excellence (COEs), HR Business Partners (HRBPs), and business leaders to monitor, update, and implement HR policies and compliance practices that meet both regulatory and organizational standards.

What You'll Get To Do

HR Policy Management

• Partner with Legal, ER, HR COEs, and HRBPs to develop, revise, and maintain global HR policies that align with current employment laws and company values.
• Maintain and manage the employee handbook, including country- and state-specific supplements, ensuring proper documentation, distribution tracking, and version control.
• Lead and support global policy harmonization efforts, ensuring consistency while allowing for regional legal and cultural variation.
  
  

Compliance Monitoring & Audits

• Conduct regular audits to assess compliance with employment laws and internal HR policies; collaborate with cross-functional teams on remediation and action planning.
• Track, interpret, and analyze new federal, state, and international employment laws; evaluate impact and recommend necessary policy or process changes.
• Partner with Legal and Corporate Compliance to support risk assessments and ensure operational adherence to regulatory standards globally.
  
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) and advisor to HRBPs, Employee Relations, and leaders on policy interpretation, compliance obligations, and best practices.
• Partner with Benefits, Total Rewards, and Corporate Compliance to align on regulatory compliance areas impacting core HR processes.
• Support resolution of employee issues involving policy interpretation and performance concerns in partnership with ER and HRBPs.
  
  

Program & Project Management

• Manage HR compliance projects with clear work plans, timelines, and coordination across stakeholders and regions.
• Apply change management principles to ensure smooth implementation of policy updates and HR operational changes, minimizing complexity and maximizing user adoption.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and apply technology solutions to reduce manual administrative tasks.
  
  

Communication & Training

• Develop and execute communication and training plans related to policy updates, compliance changes, and new HR programs.
• Prepare and deliver presentations for senior HR leadership and other key stakeholders to support transparency, awareness, and education.
• Monitor trends through data and reporting to proactively identify areas for improvement or intervention.
  
  

Skills And Experience We Value

• 8+years of experience in HR compliance, policy development, employee relations, or a similar HR operations-focused role
• Solid understanding of U.S. employment law with exposure to international HR compliance considerations (e.g., GDPR, local labor laws)
• Experience managing complex HR documentation and policy governance
• Demonstrated ability to lead audits, drive projects, and interpret legal/regulatory updates into practical HR action
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to work across multiple HR and legal functions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with global companies and multi-country HR policy environments
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Law, or a related field; HR or compliance certifications (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP, CCEP) a plus
  
  

What Would Make You Really Stand Out

• A mindset that balances compliance and culture — knowing when to adapt versus standardize
• A practical, scalable approach to global HR policy without overengineering
• A strong sense of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information
• A collaborative spirit with a bias for action and a sharp attention to detail
  
  

What’s in it for you

Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.

We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions.

Dayforce encourages personal and professional growth. We offer excellent time away from work programs, comprehensive wellness initiatives and recognition through competitive pay and benefits.

With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself.

About The Salary Ranges

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, budget and location. Our company is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

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