Fanaticsinc
Manager, HR Compliance Programs & Operations
New York, NY, United States. Posted 5 months ago
The role
The Manager, Risk & Compliance will ensure people practices are fair and compliant with federal, state, local, and international employment laws. This role involves leading the background check program, managing I-9 compliance, and partnering with HR, Legal, and Talent Acquisition.
What you will do
- Lead and oversee the background check program
- Manage vendor relationships and design packages
- Partner with operating companies on business process documentation and escalation procedures
- Ensure compliance with FCRA, EEOC, and state/local requirements
- Manage I-9 compliance and process improvements
- Partner with HR, Legal, and Talent Acquisition to apply compliance standards
- Oversee employment law compliance for leaves, salary transparency, notice requirements, and recordkeeping
- Partner with Legal on domestic and international employment policies for Canada, Australia, and France
- Support reviews and audits of restrictive covenant agreements and employee offboarding protocols
- Collaborate with Payroll and HR Operations to maintain compliance with pay, tax, and reporting obligations
Required qualifications
- 5+ years of HR compliance, employee relations, or background screening experience
- Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws and background check regulations (FCRA, EEOC, ban-the-box laws, etc.)
- Experience working with third-party background screening vendors
- A collaborative partner who can balance compliance requirements with business needs
- Excellent judgment, attention to detail, and ability to explain complex rules in plain language
Nice to have
- HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR)
- Experience in a multi-state or global organization
- Familiarity with Oracle HR systems (HRIS, ATS, compliance tracking tools)
Benefits
- Employees at Fanatics' corporate entity can work remotely for up to four weeks per year
About the company
Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. The company offers products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming.