Strategic HR Compliance Leader — Policy & Risk

DLA Piper; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper seeks an HR Compliance Manager to drive the firm’s employment compliance, aligning policies with federal, state, and local laws. You’ll partner with leadership to identify risks and strengthen compliance programs.

The role emphasizes policy governance, training oversight, audits, and cross-functional collaboration without direct people management. Hybrid work options available.

Qualifications

• Deep proficiency in federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Ability to interpret legal requirements and translate them into clear HR policies.
• Experience conducting internal audits of HR practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor changes in employment laws and update firm policies timely.
• Serve as SME on HR policies, advising leadership and stakeholders.
• Develop and govern HR compliance documentation and guidance materials.
• Lead internal audits of HR processes for regulatory compliance.
• Oversee mandatory HR compliance training programs and tracking.

Skills

Employment law

HR policies

Internal audits

Training programs

Workday

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Discretion

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

Tools

PHR/SPHR (certified)

Job description

DLA Piper seeks an HR Compliance Manager to drive the firm’s employment compliance, aligning policies with federal, state, and local laws. You’ll partner with leadership to identify risks and strengthen compliance programs.

The role emphasizes policy governance, training oversight, audits, and cross-functional collaboration without direct people management. Hybrid work options available.