Head of Employee Relations & HR Compliance

Head of Employee Relations and HR Compliance

Make Your Mark:
As the Head of Employee Relations and HR Compliance at Black Line, you will play a crucial role in fostering a positive and compliant work environment. This leadership position requires a deep understanding of employee relations, employment law, and HR compliance. You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to enhance employee relations, ensure HR compliance, and mitigate risks across the organization.

• Employee Relations: Lead and conduct thorough investigations into employee complaints, conflicts, and allegations of policy violations. Collaborate with legal counsel when necessary and ensure appropriate documentation and resolution of investigations. Track and analyze employee relations trends to develop, implement, and oversee initiatives that promote a positive workplace culture. Provide guidance and support to HRBPs, managers, and employees on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and performance management.
• HR Compliance: Stay current on international and U.S. federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations to ensure the organization’s compliance. Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with applicable laws and industry best practices. Conduct regular audits to assess HR compliance and implement corrective actions as needed. Lead HR-related FedRAMP audit controls and compliance initiatives, partnering cross-functionally to develop and maintain robust processes for onboarding, offboarding, and other personnel-related audit controls.
• Training and Development: Develop and deliver training programs for managers and employees on HR policies, compliance, and best practices. Provide ongoing education to ensure a strong understanding of employment laws and regulations.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify and assess potential HR-related risks, developing and implementing strategies to mitigate these risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address risk factors related to employee relations and compliance.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with other HR leaders and departments to ensure a coordinated and integrated approach to HR functions. Work closely with legal counsel and external consultants as needed.

• Experience: 8+ years of progressive experience in HR, with a focus on employee relations and compliance; experience conducting thorough and objective investigations.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field;
  Master’s or JD preferred.
• Technical/Specialized Knowledge: Deep understanding of international and U.S. federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Experience working within a FedRAMP compliant environment, including familiarity with HR compliance, background check, and auditing requirements.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to influence and build relationships at all levels; exceptional problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities; demonstrated leadership experience in a complex organizational environment.

Salary Range: $ – $ (Pay Transparency: placement within this range depends on prior relevant experience, skill set, and geographic location). In addition to base pay, Black Line offers short‑term and long‑term incentive programs based on eligibility, along with a robust offering of benefit and wellness plans.

Black Line is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, age, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, ancestry, color, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, medical condition, genetic information, or any other protected class or category recognized by applicable equal employment opportunity or other similar laws.

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