Compliance Manager, PEO

ExtensisHR, one of the largest Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) in the U.S. with client employees in all fifty states, is looking for talented people to join our team. If you want to contribute your talents, make a bigger impact, and be part of the growing PEO & HRO industry, we are interested in talking to you. Our renowned industry leadership in customer service starts with our people. You can contribute to delivering on our brand promise of helping organizations succeed through our people-first approach in solving customer’s ever-evolving HR needs. Our HR offerings include personalized services for HR, employee benefits, payroll and taxes, employer risk, compliance, and employee management. Today, we manage over $3 billion in employment-related costs annually—and we are growing every day.

For more information about the company visit www.ExtensisHR.com.

The Manager of Compliance is responsible for ensuring that the organization, as a Professional Employer Organization (PEO), operates in full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This role is critical in mitigating legal, financial, and reputational risks by developing, implementing, and overseeing robust compliance programs that align with industry standards and regulatory requirements. The Manager of Compliance will serve as a key liaison and advisor to internal teams and senior management, driving a culture of compliance and operational excellence across the organization.  This role coordinates all internal and client-facing compliance activities jointly with subject matter experts within this organization and with outside experts.

As Manager of Compliance, this role plays a pivotal role in shaping the compliance landscape of a leading PEO, ensuring our clients and employees are protected and our business thrives in a highly regulated environment. A successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a significant impact, driving operational excellence and upholding the highest standards of legal and ethical conduct.

• Compliance Program Management: Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance policies, procedures, and initiatives tailored to PEO operations, ensuring alignment with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Regulatory Monitoring: Continuously monitor and interpret changes in federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting PEOs, including labor, tax, workers’ compensation, and unemployment insurance requirements. Communicate updates and implement necessary changes across the organization.
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Conduct regular risk assessments to identify compliance vulnerabilities within PEO operations. Develop and execute strategies to mitigate identified risks and prevent potential violations.
• Audits & Investigations: Coordinate and manage regulatory audits, investigations, and inquiries. Ensure timely and accurate responses and documentation for all compliance-related activities.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Legal, Payroll, Payroll Tax, HR, Employee Benefits, and Operations teams to ensure consistent compliance with all regulatory requirements across all PEO activities. Lead a joint cross-functional committee to ensure emerging compliance topics are being addressed, specific to the PEO and to its clients and their employees.
• Compliance Reporting: Maintain detailed records of licenses, filings, and compliance activities. Provide regular reports to senior management and relevant stakeholders on compliance status and emerging risks.
• Training & Education: Design and deliver compliance training programs for employees and management, ensuring awareness and understanding of legal and regulatory obligations.
• Process Improvement: Continuously review and enhance compliance processes and workflows to streamline operations, reduce risk, and ensure efficiency.
• Incident Management: Investigate and resolve compliance issues, recommend corrective actions, and monitor their implementation to prevent recurrence.
• Insurance Coordination and Management: Work with the Chief Group Risk Officer, Legal, and Insurance teams within the organization to determine appropriate program coverages, policy limits, and terms. Coordinate with the organization’s insurance brokers to benchmark, negotiate, and bind coverages as agreed.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, or related field. An advanced degree or relevant certification (e.g., Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional) is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in PEO compliance, legal, or regulatory affairs, with a strong focus on U.S. state and federal regulations.
• Knowledge: Understanding of PEO regulations and licensing, labor laws, tax regulations, workers’ compensation, and unemployment insurance requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to interpret complex regulations and translate them into actionable policies and procedures. Excellent organizational and project management abilities. Ability to stay current with the changing employment industry and employment laws. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret regulations, legal documents, insurance contracts, and other compliance-oriented documents.
• Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, ethical, and proactive. Ability to work collaboratively across departments and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Responsibilities and requirements are subject to change based on business needs.

At ExtensisHR, we recognize there are many factors that influence your overall satisfaction both at work, and in your personal life. Under our ‘You Supported Program,’ we provide a great mixture of compensation, benefits, company culture, and resources to our employees that help you reach a happier, more balanced life. Some of these offerings include:  

• Compensation - $100k - $120k commensurate on experience.
• Progressive Paid-Time Off Program for you to enjoy time out of the office, including time off for volunteering and life events.
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance to encourage a healthy lifestyle available from day one. 
• Pretax Spending Accounts to ease taxes on health and dependent care expenses.
• 401k and IRA retirement plans, employer contributions.
• Extensive professional development programs to help you get to where you want to go in your career.
• Employee Discounts on retail and entertainment.
• A social and community outreach committee that promotes a fun inclusive culture through in-office events and networking opportunities. 
• Diversity, Inclusion and Equity (DEI) committee that promotes organization DEI initiatives and employee engagement.
• Complimentary coffee and snacks to keep you fueled and productive throughout the day.

ExtensisHR is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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.

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