Global Projects & Compliance Administrator

Harvard University; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

Harvard University, Central Administration in Cambridge, MA, seeks a driven professional to manage international HR, compliance, and governance workflows for Harvard Global entities. The role coordinates with legal, finance, and leadership to ensure timely reviews, approvals, and risk mitigation across projects and boards.

The position provides HR support for international hiring, draft employment documents, and maintain accurate personnel records in line with Harvard policies and local laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Familiarity with international operational challenges and solutions.
• 2+ years’ work experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and track operational and compliance activities for Harvard Global entities.
• Translate compliance requirements into workflows and procedures to meet legal and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to address risk and governance implications across Harvard Global entities.
• Lead board governance activities including preparing materials, minutes, and follow-up actions.
• Provide HR support for international hiring, onboarding, offboarding, and document management.

Skills

International HR

Compliance

Governance

Stakeholder management

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Smartsheet

Salesforce

PeopleSoft

CWS Time Management

Job description

Harvard University, Central Administration in Cambridge, MA, seeks a driven professional to manage international HR, compliance, and governance workflows for Harvard Global entities. The role coordinates with legal, finance, and leadership to ensure timely reviews, approvals, and risk mitigation across projects and boards.

The position provides HR support for international hiring, draft employment documents, and maintain accurate personnel records in line with Harvard policies and local laws.