Mgr, HR Compliance

Manager, HR Compliance

Locations: Burlington, MA or Emeryville, CA ( Working in a hybrid capacity 3 days in the office and 2 days remote)

The Manager, HR Compliance leads HR compliance strategy, governance, and program execution across the U.S. and Canada. As a trusted advisor to HR and business leaders, this role oversees compliance risk management in collaboration with legal, audits, regulatory reporting, HR policy development, and employee lifecycle compliance while leading a program focused on delivering effective and sustainable compliance outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and lead HR compliance across US and Canada,establishing governance, processes, controls, monitoring mechanisms, and reporting to ensure compliance with employment laws, labor regulations, and organization policies.

• Develop and execute the HR compliance strategy and roadmap, identifying priorities, emerging risks, regulatory changes, and continuous improvement opportunities across the employee lifecycle.

• Partnerwith Legal Counsel on employment compliance matters, policy interpretation, regulatory developments, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Establish and maintain HR compliance governance frameworks, including policies, procedures, standards, controls, escalation protocols, and accountability mechanisms to support consistent compliance practices.

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous enhancement of HR policies, and employment practices, ensuring alignment with legal requirements 

• Own end-to-end HR compliance processes and controls across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee records, background screening, leave management, accommodations, compensation programs, offboarding, and regulatory reporting.

• Conduct and oversee HR compliance audits, assessments, and monitoring activities, identifying compliance gaps, root causes, and corrective actions while ensuring timely remediation and sustainable process improvements.

• Partner with HR Centers of Excellence, Shared Services, Payroll, Benefits, Talent Acquisition, and HRIS teams to embed compliance requirements into processes, systems, and operational practices.

• Translate regulatory and legislative changes into actionable business requirements, assessing potential impacts, leading implementation plans, and ensuring organizational readiness and compliance.

• Oversee all government reporting and compliance filings, including EEO-1, VETS-4212, pay equity reporting, employment standards reporting, and other jurisdictional requirements, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.

• Manage HR-related investigations, agency inquiries, audits, and compliance reviews, coordinating with Legal Counsel and key stakeholders to mitigate risk and support resolution.

• Partners with external counsel on work visa and immigration work requests 

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

• Salary Range: $96,800 - $133,000
• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
• Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility

Required

• 6-9 years of progressive HR compliance experience

• Deep knowledge of federal and multi-state employment law

• Extensive knowledge and demonstrated experience in California employment law, with a strong understanding of state and federal employment regulations, compliance requirements, and best practices.

• Demonstrated ability to interpret regulations and translate into practice

• Experience managing government reporting and audits

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Law, or related field

• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification

• Experience in a multi-state or global organization

• Familiarity with HRIS platforms (Workday, Success factors,SAP,ADP, etc.)

• Experience with Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance

• Experience working in a union environment

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single-serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities, and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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