Manager, Global HR Ops/Policy Compliance & U.S. Immigration

FyrFly Venture Partners; Pleasanton (CA); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with employer match

Medical

Dental

Vision

12 paid holidays throughout the year

1 hour of sick pay accrual for every

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Accident and illness insurance

Health and dependent care flexible FSA

Wellness benefits

Flexible time off for all full-time

Job summary

Blackhawk Network is seeking a Manager, Global HR Ops/Policy Compliance & U.S. Immigration in Pleasanton, CA. This hybrid role blends onsite collaboration at our Pleasanton headquarters with remote work flexibility, requiring presence on-site twice a week.

You will lead the Global HR Operations team of seven, oversee policy development, ensure compliance with federal and state laws, and manage U.S. immigration programs while partnering with Legal and Finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or Business-related degree required.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience managing a Human Resources team and/or progressive experience as HR Generalist/Business Partner with HR operations experience.
• HRIS experience required. SAP, iCIMS experience a plus.
• Must have a sense of humor!
• Onsite in Pleasanton, CA twice a week preferred (Tue & Wed).

Responsibilities

• Oversee Global HR Operations and ensure policy alignment.
• Manage U.S. Immigration program and liaise with law firm.
• Develop and maintain global company policies in partnership with Legal.
• Coordinate with regional HR teams to ensure global consistency.
• Lead data governance and audit processes for HR information.

Skills

HR leadership

Regulatory compliance

Data analytics

Policy development

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

AI in HR

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s in HR/Business/Org Dev

Tools

SAP

iCIMS

Job description

Manager, Global HR Ops/Policy Compliance & U.S. Immigration

• ID: 2026-27256
• Category: Human Resources
• Position Type: Full Time
• Location: US-CA-Pleasanton

About Blackhawk Network:

Today, through BHN’s single global platform, businesses of all kinds can tap into the world’s largest network of branded payment solutions. BHN helps businesses grow revenue, increase loyalty, motivate and reward their teams, disburse funds and engage consumers. Branded payment solutions include the issuance and distribution of gift cards, egifts, corporate payouts and rewards, along with the technology to deliver these products in seamless, integrated ways. BHN’s network spans the globe with more than 400,000 consumer touchpoints. Learn more at BHN.com.
Hybrid flexibility: At Blackhawk Network, you’ll enjoy the best of both worlds—focused remote work plus in-person collaboration at our headquarters - Pleasanton, CA office. This rhythm gives you the tools, connection, and autonomy you need to make a real impact.

Overview:

We are looking for an experienced manager to join our dynamic HR team as Manager, HR Compliance and Immigration. This managerial role will oversee our Global HR Operations team of seven employees who are responsible for our global processes and procedures ensuring system alignment and data integrity, ensure processes and procedures are compliance with Federal and State laws, create and maintain company policies; in addition to being hands on managing our U.S. Immigration cases. This is a collaborative role working cross functionally with our Legal counterparts, Management, and our HR colleagues across the globe to ensure our processes, procedures, and policies are aligned and compliant.

Our preference is candidates who are available to be onsite in our Pleasanton, CA office twice a week (Tuesday & Wednesday).

Responsibilities:

Company Policies

• Identify global compliance gaps and develop roadmap to close gaps.
• Manage existing and develop new global company policies.
• Partner with regional HR Business Partners to maintain regional policies and procedures.
• Partner with Legal counterpart on special projects and compliance related topics.

HR Operations (Processes, Procedures, and Compliance)

• Process owner for all HR internal controls; coordinates with internal and external auditors regarding audit documentation.
• SME for Global HRIS employee lifecycle workflows; including training global HR Business Partners on processes and procedures.
• Prepares all training materials and communications and train users and existing users on new processes/functionality.
• Ensure compliance of all HR practices within area of responsibility and standard Policies, Processes and Procedures.
• Responsible for onboarding and offboarding compliance for U.S. employees; including background check compliance and unemployment claim responses.
• Partner with HR Technology team for HR system configuration changes, reengineering processes, and data governance to ensure the system is easy for constituents to use resulting in high degree of data quality.
• Develop and monitor a global data audit strategy to ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Own the management and escalations with HR Technology Partners on system and data issues that could impact team’s ability to be efficient and effective in their roles.
• Partner with Talent Management team to provide support for special projects and execute initiatives.
• Collaborate and provide ongoing support to regional teams to ensure global consistency across all processes.

U.S. Immigration

• Direct responsibility for managing U.S. Immigration case load.
• Responsible for program design, process, and consulting with managers regarding Immigration laws and best practices.
• Partner with Managers and Finance for program funding.
• Main point of contact as program owner with Immigration law firm.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Knowledge of Federal, State and local employment laws and regulations.
• Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills including the ability to analyze complex information and to define and solve problems.
• Leverage AI-driven tools to optimize HR compliance workflows, improve process efficiency, and enhance data accuraacy across the organization.
• Experience developing processes, procedures, and polices to reinforce U.S. employment laws.
• Strong communications skills; both written and oral with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong leadership, project management and organizational skills.
• Self-directed and can work well under pressure, multi-task, and produce results.
• Able to manage multiple projects and meet critical deadlines.
• Able to build and maintain process documentation, tools, tracking, etc…
• Able to collaborate with teams in different regions - understanding regional needs and nuances.
• Able to work with data analytics and make decisions on process and system changes.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to relationship-building, both internally and externally.
• Ensure compliance with employee records.
• Additional projects and assignments as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or Business-related degree required.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience managing a Human Resources team and/or progressive experience as HR Generalist/Business Partner managing a client group with HR operations experience.
• HRIS experience required. SAP, iCIMS experience a plus!
• Must have a sense of humor!

We seek candidates who not only demonstrate curiosity and adaptability in emerging technologies but have also successfully implemented and utilized AI tools to enhance their work, improve processes, or deliver measurable results. Our teams embrace continuous learning and the thoughtful integration of AI to create meaningful impact – for our employees and the future of work.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen.

Benefits:

Salary Range: $106,660.00 - $150,000.00

• 401k with employer match
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 12 paid holidays throughout the year
• 1 hour of sick pay accrual for every 30 hours worked
• Parental leave
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Accident and illness insurance
• Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Wellness benefits
• Flexible time off for all full-time employees

EEO Statement:

Blackhawk Network provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Blackhawk Network believes that diversity leads to strength. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Blackhawk Network encourages applicants with previous criminal records to apply to all positions and, pursuant to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Acts (and other “Fair Chance” laws), Blackhawk Network will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Philadelphia applicants or jobs, please see a copy of Philadelphia’s ordinance on this topic by clicking this link: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/philadelphia/latest/philadelphia_pa/0-0-0-280104.