At Nielsen Global Media, our unbiased, reliable data makes the entire industry possible by creating the indispensable, data-driven foundation that allows markets to function. We enable companies and advertisers to grow and succeed by uncovering and communicating the truth, free from bias or fear. As the industry navigates its greatest period of upheaval since the advent of television, the business of media depends on Nielsen to determine what's commanding attention today and what will resonate tomorrow.

Just as consistency, compliance, and reliable data are key to our business success, they are also integral to our HR data, processes, and policies.  We’re looking for a HR US Compliance Manager in the following locations Chicago,  Los Angeles, Tampa, Houston, and New York to join our Human Resources team as our subject matter expert in the areas of:

• HR compliance
• External and internal diversity workforce metrics
• Management of Nielsen’s Affirmative Action Program and Planning
• Development and administration of US Policies

The HR Compliance Manager will consult with and advise Nielsen’s HR teams and other employees to balance compliance with business needs.  The position also interfaces with government agencies, educational institutions and third party vendors to ensure we operate with compliance and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as “Compliance & Integrity Leader” for the US, handling intake of reports and conducting investigations
• Monitor & evaluate US compliance developments and take actions to implement proactive risk mitigation plans and evaluate their effectiveness.  Provide consultation on regulatory changes, requirements and policies changes.
• Build positive relationships and partnerships with various stakeholders in the business to drive cross-functional compliance initiatives while anticipating and meeting evolving business needs.
• Partner with Legal & Integrity on investigations, Code of Conduct training and interpretation, NLRA compliance, responding to EEOC charges, and risk mitigation.
• Partner with Compensation, Benefits, and Payroll on paid sick leave laws, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, wage & hour compliance.
• Draft and revise US HR policies as necessary to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and organizational strategies and goals.  Manage US Policy Library by reviewing and updating policies on a timely basis.
• Oversee Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) or Department of Labor (DOL) audits.
• Manage the EEO-1 and Vets-4212 reporting process.
• Work with Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners to ensure hiring and employment processes meet compliance standards, including targeted outreach to veterans, minorities, women, and people with disabilities.
• Advise Enterprise Platforms to ensure systems and processes support compliance and data is accessible in case of an audit or legal challenge. (I-9s, applicant tracking, promotion).
• Work with Diversity & Inclusion teamI to provide consultation on workforce goals and planning, and regulatory perspective on diversity goals and obligations.
• Ensure audit-ready I-9 and E-Verify processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in HR compliance or legal field.
• 4 + years of experience in gathering data and producing Compliance data, reports and documents, including Affirmative Action Plans (AAP’s), responses to OFCCP Audits.
• 3+ years working knowledge of US Employment Law including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, etc.  In depth knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements.
• Experience interacting with DOL/OFCCP and EEOC compliance officers and responding to audits.
• Strong ethics & excellent judgment, ability to maintain confidentiality and act in a critical position of trust within the company. 
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Strong analytical skills, producing metrics and analytical reporting.
• Strong project management skills, ability to meet deadlines and operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem solving, decision making, and prioritization skills.
• High level of proficiency with Excel.
• Willingness to travel in the US and Internationally.

About Nielsen:

Nielsen is a global performance management company that provides a comprehensive understanding of what consumers Watch and Buy.  Nielsen’s Watch segment provides media and advertising clients with Total Audience measurement services across all devices where content – video, audio, and text – is consumed.  The Buy segment offers consumer packaged goods manufacturers and retailers the industry’s only global view of retail performance measurement.

By integrating information from its Watch and Buy segments and other data sources, Nielsen provides its clients with both world-class measurement as well as analytics that help improve performance.  Nielsen, an S&P 500 company, has operations in over 100 countries that cover more than 90 percent of the world’s population.  For more information, visit www.nielsen.com.

Nielsen is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class.