Director People Relations and Compliance

Our mission is to SAVE AND IMPROVE LIVES BY EMPOWERING HEALTHCARE CONSUMERS. Come be part of remarkable.

How you can make a difference  

The Director of People Relations & Compliance leads the organization’s approach to employee relations, workplace investigations, employee resource groups (ERGs) and policy administration. This role ensures we maintain a fair, legally sound, and respectful workplace—while also guiding leaders through complex employee issues with clarity and confidence. This person will oversee policies and practices that protect the company and support a positive employee experience. They’ll also lead a team (or serve as the go-to expert) in resolving escalated workplace concerns, managing risk, and partnering with legal as needed.  This role is focused on building a respectful, inclusive, and equitable workplace culture where every team member feels valued and empowered to succeed. The Director will lead the design, implementation, and management of programs related to employee relations, HR policy governance, compliance training, and workplace investigations. With a strong focus on accountability and alignment with legal and ethical standards, this leader will play a critical role in resolving complex workplace issues, enhancing performance, and reinforcing a positive team member experience. The Director will ensure consistent application of HR practices across the organization and establish consistent policies and procedures across the People team.

What you’ll be doing 

What you will need to be successful

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. A Master's degree in a relevant field is a plus. 
• 15+ years of progressive HR experience in HR compliance, policy management, and/or employee relations 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate concepts to diverse audiences and influence stakeholders at all levels. 
• Strong understanding of employment law and regulations. 
• Experience leading and managing compliance training programs. 
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective policies and procedures that promote fairness and equal opportunity. 
• Experience conducting audits and investigations, with a focus on identifying and addressing potential biases. 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. 
• Strong analytical skills and experience using data to track program effectiveness, measure impact, and inform strategic decision-making. 
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization. 
• Passion for fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace culture where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. 
• Excellent organizational, coaching, and leadership skills, including ability to lead and support diverse teams. 
• Experience creating and improving structures, processes, and systems that enable organizations to grow and succeed. 
• Strong analytical skills and experience using data to track program effectiveness, measure impact, and inform strategic decision-making. 
• Emotionally intelligent and culturally aware communication skills, especially in the following settings: addressing conflict, sensitive employee relations situations, implementing organizational change, influencing decisions, and building trust with the workforce. 
• Effective conflict resolution skills and the ability to navigate sensitive, emotional, or difficult situations with empathy. 
• Ability to develop and maintain an equitable and inclusive workplace through interactions, decisions, and recommendations. 
• Demonstrated expertise in employment law, HR investigations, policy development, and regulatory compliance 
• Occasional travel to attend training or meetings may be required.
• Work requires normal range of hearing, vision and verbal communication skills, with or without a reasonable accommodation. 
• Must be able to use a telephone or headset equipment and operate a keyboard and other office equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation. 
• Must be able to spend prolonged periods of each workday on the phone 
• The ability to perform work at a computer station for 6-8+ hours a day and function in an environment with frequent interruptions is required. 
• Must be able to lift and move material weighing up to 20 lbs 
• May experience elevated levels of stress during periods of increased activity and with work entailing multiple deadlines.  

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This is a remote position.

The actual compensation offer is determined based on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, and work location. This position will be eligible for performance-based incentives and restricted stock units as part of the total compensation package, in addition to a full range of benefits including:  

• Medical, dental, and vision 

• HSA contribution and match 

• Dependent care FSA match 

• Uncapped paid time off 

• Paid parental leave 

• 401(k) match 

• Personal and healthcare financial literacy programs 

• Ongoing education & tuition assistance 

• Gym and fitness reimbursement 

• Wellness program incentives 

Why work with HealthEquity 

HealthEquity has a vision that by 2030 we will make HSAs as wide-spread and popular as retirement accounts. We are passionate about providing a solution that allows American families to connect health and wealth. Join us and discover a work experience where the person is valued more than the position. Click here to learn more. 

You belong at HealthEquity!

HealthEquity, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to being an employer where no matter your background or identity – you feel welcome and included. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and employees without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. HealthEquity is a drug-free workplace. For more information about our EEO policy, or about HealthEquity’s applicant disability accommodation, drug-free-workplace, background check, and E-Verify policies, please visit our Careers page.

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