HR Compliance Leader — Hybrid, Policy & Risk Expert

DLA Piper LLP; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper LLP is seeking an HR Compliance Manager to lead firm-wide employment compliance efforts across federal, state, and local laws. The role emphasizes policy development, risk assessment, audits, and training in a hybrid office environment.

Collaboration with leadership, GCs, and HR teams is essential to ensure compliant policies and procedures. The position supports strategic initiatives and maintains strong governance across HR programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• Professional certifications (PHR/SPHR) preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in HR compliance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor changes in employment laws and update firm policies.
• Lead HR compliance documentation, governance and training.
• Coordinate audits of HR processes and risk mitigation.
• Develop and communicate HR policies and guidance materials.
• Partner with GCs, HR, and leadership on compliance initiatives.
• Ensure Workday configurations align with policies and requirements.

Skills

Employment law

Policy drafting

Training programs

Audits

Risk assessment

Stakeholder mgmt

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR/Related

PHR/SPHR certifications

Tools

Workday

HRIS

Excel

Job description

DLA Piper LLP is seeking an HR Compliance Manager to lead firm-wide employment compliance efforts across federal, state, and local laws. The role emphasizes policy development, risk assessment, audits, and training in a hybrid office environment.

Collaboration with leadership, GCs, and HR teams is essential to ensure compliant policies and procedures. The position supports strategic initiatives and maintains strong governance across HR programs.