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Analyst, HR Compliance & Operations

Relativity · Illinois, United States · 1 wk ago
HybridManagement$59k–$89k/yrFull-time

Hybrid role on the HR Operations Engineering team, which designs and scales compliant, efficient HR processes, programs, and systems that support a growing global workforce. The Analyst, HR Compliance & Operations executes and continuously improves the programs and controls at the intersection of HR, Legal, Security, Procurement, and IT, with a focus on contingent worker governance, Public Sector requirements, and audit-ready operations. The team uses a solutions-first model, leveraging Jira as the central system for service, project, change management, and roadmap work, with an emphasis on automation and AI-enabled solutions.

About the role

This role operates in a high-growth, IPO-ready environment where audit defensibility, process maturity, and scalable governance are operational requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Execute and maintain compliance-driven HR processes across key programs, including contingent worker governance, in partnership with Legal, Security, Procurement, and IT.
  • Support audit readiness through control validation, evidence collection, and documentation of HR workflows (e.g., onboarding, offboarding) in collaboration with Legal and Security.
  • Represent HR in internal and external audits, engaging cross-functional partners to ensure consistent and defensible process execution.
  • Own and improve process maps, SOPs, and operational controls to ensure data integrity, regulatory alignment, and consistent service delivery.
  • Support SOX/ITGC control readiness and audit defensibility across HR workflows, contributing to operational rigor as the organization scales toward IPO.
  • Identify process improvement and automation opportunities to reduce risk and increase operational efficiency.
  • Execute operational requirements for Public Sector programs, including management of Public Trust status (background investigation standard tied to Relativity's FedRAMP certification) and client-specific screening processes for federal and state agencies.
  • Maintain program documentation, tracking, and evidence to support ongoing audit readiness and scalability.
  • Support leadership and cross-functional stakeholders in advancing the centralized governance model for Public Sector programs.
  • Manage HR operational requests through the HR Service Desk in Jira, ensuring accurate intake, documentation, and compliant resolution.
  • Contribute to automation and AI-driven initiatives (e.g., HR Makers program) to improve operational efficiency and employee experience.
  • Monitor process performance, surface trends, risks, and improvement opportunities to team leadership.
  • Provide supplemental coverage for the U.S. Immigration program as needed.
  • Partner cross-functionally to resolve operational issues and ensure consistent application of HR policy and process.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • 3–5 years of experience in HR operations, compliance, or a process-focused role.
  • Demonstrated ability to document, own, and improve business processes (SOPs, workflows, process maps).
  • Hands-on experience with HR systems or service management tools (Workday, Jira, or equivalent).
  • Foundational knowledge of HR compliance, regulatory requirements, or audit-related processes.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Clear communicator with proven ability to collaborate across functions.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting Public Sector or regulated compliance environments (e.g., Public Trust, FedRAMP-adjacent programs).
  • Exposure to immigration or global mobility programs.
  • Experience with workflow automation, process optimization, or AI-enabled operational tools.
  • Familiarity with SOX/ITGC control environments or audit evidence management.

Skills

  • Business Process Design
  • Business Process Improvements
  • Business Requirements
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Process Analysis
  • Process Improvements
  • Process Mapping
  • Project Management
  • Quality Assurance (QA)
  • Systems Analysis

Pay

This position offers total compensation including a competitive base salary, annual performance bonus, and long-term incentives. The expected salary range for this role is $59,000 to $89,000. The final offered salary will be based on depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity.

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