Senior People Operations Compliance Analyst

About this role

Overview
The Senior People Operations Compliance Analyst supports the organization’s People Operations Compliance priorities by analyzing regulatory and client-driven requirements and coordinating assigned compliance initiatives. This role partners with the People Team, Legal, and cross-functional stakeholders to apply and enhance established compliance frameworks, controls, and processes that support regulatory, contractual, and audit readiness. The role proactively identifies potential compliance risks, researches evolving legal and client requirements, recommends practical solutions using established guidance and precedent, and escalates complex or high-risk matters as appropriate.
Responsibilities
Emerging Risk & Regulatory Strategy

• Monitor, analyze, and interpret evolving regulatory requirements and industry trends across U.S. and international jurisdictions.

• Support assessment and implementation of compliance requirements in emerging areas, including:

• AI and automated decision-making in hiring and other employment-related processes

• Restrictive covenants and worker classification

• Wage and hour regulations

• Employee data privacy, accessibility, and recording keeping obligations

• FCRA and background check compliance

• Translate complex regulatory requirements into practical policies, controls, and operational guidance

Client Compliance & Risk Mitigation

• Partner with Legal, Client Services, and business stakeholders to review and assess client-driven compliance requirements, including background check standards, contract language review, and contractual obligations.

• Review client contracts, RFPs, and regulatory flow-down requirements to identify People-related compliance obligations and operational impacts.

• Assess client requirements against applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and advise on compliant implementation strategies.

• Support audits, client inquiries, and compliance attestations by maintaining documentation, controls, and evidence of compliance.

• Assess complex or high-risk compliance matters and propose practical solutions to mitigate legal, operational, and contractual risk

• Analyze root causes of compliance issues and implement sustainable, scalable processes for remediation

• Strengthen audit readiness through improved documentation, controls, and process consistency

Compliance Governance & Control Design

• Contribute to the design of People compliance frameworks, including policies, standards, and internal controls

• Evaluate existing People processes (e.g., hiring, onboarding, transfers, terminations, and other data management processes) to identify compliance risks and control gaps

• Promote standardization, documentation, and control design aligned to audit requirements

Compliance Programs & Strategic Initiatives:

• Coordinate assigned cross-functional compliance initiatives under the general direction of People Operations Compliance leadership by completing tasks such as:

• Support the development and implementation of updates to policies and processes across applicable jurisdictions

• Coordinate enhancements to existing compliance programs and policies.

• Conduct assigned risk assessments across People processes and geographies

• Track deliverables, document findings, and escalate issues that require leadership review

• Partner with the People Team, TA, Legal, and business leaders to ensure consistent interpretation and application of compliance standards

• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of global People policies and procedures to ensure clarity, consistency, and compliance with legal requirements.

• Promotes consistent implementation of People Team policies across all business units and locations, identifying discrepancies and resolving gaps as appropriate.

• Prioritize work based on risk exposure, regulatory urgency, and organizational impact

Compliance Process Automation & Scale

• Document compliance requirements and partner with People Data & Tech, People Operations, and IT stakeholders to support the implementation and testing of automated compliance workflows and controls.

• Integrate compliance requirements into HR technology, data governance, and employee lifecycle processes

• Identify opportunities to reduce manual effort while improving accuracy, consistency, and auditability

Other:

• Complete all responsibilities as outlined on annual Performance Plan

• Complete all special projects and other duties as assigned

• Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change as the needs of Cotiviti and requirements of the job change.
Qualifications
Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent experience. Focus in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field highly preferred.

• 5-7 years of progressive experience in People compliance, employment law, or related governance/risk roles

• PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certifications are highly preferred.

• Demonstrated experience leading complex compliance initiatives, regulatory implementations, or audit engagement support.

• Demonstrated experience of laws across all 50 US states; working knowledge of Canada, Mexico, and Australia with exposure to global compliance strongly preferred.

• Experience working with HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS); UKG Pro and iCims preferred.

• Project management skills with ability to manage stakeholders and work cross-functionally through influence.

• Highly effective communication, collaboration, facilitation, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Presents information and ideas in a thoughtful and…