Human Resources Compliance

Job Title : HR Compliance Specialist (6-Month Contract - Hybrid)

Location : Jersey City, NJ (Hybrid)

Duration : 6 months+

Pay Rate : $65-75 per hour commensurate with experience

Position Overview :

We are seeking an experienced HR Compliance Specialist for a high-impact project focused on auditing and enhancing HR policies, procedures, and processes to ensure regulatory compliance across multiple states. This role requires someone who can manage end-to-end audits, analyze HR data, provide findings and recommendations, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to implement process improvements.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead HR compliance audits, including planning, executing, and closing out audit activities.

Identify state-specific regulatory requirements and ensure HR documentation, onboarding processes, and payroll practices are compliant.

Review and validate HR data (Workday, commission systems, payroll records) for accuracy and alignment with internal policies.

Assess offer letters, payroll, and other HR documentation for compliance with wage laws and HR regulations.

Provide clear assessments and findings from audits, highlighting gaps and risks.

Develop actionable recommendations, including process redesigns and policy enhancements.

Create presentations summarizing audit results, findings, and recommendations for stakeholders.

Partner with cross-functional teams (Talent Operations, Payroll, Legal) to implement process improvements.

Qualifications :

Minimum 5 years of HR compliance, audit, or HR operations experience.

Strong understanding of HR policies, payroll regulations, and multi-state employment laws.

Experience with HRIS systems, particularly Workday, and data analysis.

Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.

Strong communication skills and ability to present findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence process improvements.

Preferred Attributes :

Experience conducting HR audits in corporate or multi-state environments.

Ability to work independently in a project-focused, deadline-driven environment.

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