Peoplease · 1 week ago
Senior Compliance Paralegal
Orlando, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expPeoplease is a leading Professional Employer Organization providing solutions to small and medium size businesses. They are seeking a Senior Compliance Paralegal to support the Legal Department in compliance and commercial matters, working independently and collaborating across teams.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Track, interpret, and summarize new and existing federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies impacting the PEO business and multi-state employment practices
Maintain in-depth knowledge of employment, labor, HR compliance, and corporate governance laws
Conduct legal and regulatory research to support compliance initiatives, policy updates, and risk mitigation
Support enterprise risk management efforts by monitoring known risks, assessing internal control effectiveness, and assisting with remediation of identified gaps
Manage company insurance cert program
Handle administrative tasks as needed
Assist with insurance policy management and renewals
Support vendor contract review and administration
Partner with HR, Legal, Compliance, Operations, and Client Success teams to ensure consistent interpretation and application of compliance policies and practices
Provide compliance guidance to leaders and stakeholders, in coordination with counsel, employee relations and laws impacting business operations
Develop and share compliance tools, updates, and resources in a timely and effective manner
Utilize metrics and business data to inform compliance priorities and recommendations
Research and analyze compliance-related data, preparing reports on initiatives, trends, and outcomes for leadership
Stay current on regulatory trends, compliance with best practices, and industry standards relevant to PEOs
Perform other duties as assigned to support the Legal and Compliance function
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; Paralegal certification or JD preferred
5+ years of progressively responsible paralegal experience in employment law/HR compliance, corporate governance, litigation support, contract management, or licensing
Working knowledge of employment and labor laws, HR compliance, and regulatory frameworks; multi-state/multi-jurisdiction experience strongly preferred
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and partner across departments
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and handle sensitive information with discretion
Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with HRIS systems (Prism a plus) and document management tools preferred
Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and follow-through skills
Proactive problem solver with sound judgment and risk awareness
Skilled at building relationships and influencing stakeholders without formal authority
Comfortable navigating ambiguity in dynamic, fast-paced environments
Professional, transparent, and ethical in all communications
Preferred
Paralegal certification or JD preferred
Multi-state/multi-jurisdiction experience strongly preferred
Experience with HRIS systems (Prism a plus) and document management tools preferred
Company
Peoplease
Simplify Your Success | We're Peoplease...Nice to Meet You! Peoplease, a Professional Employer Organization (PEO), is an effective way for businesses to outsource key HR functions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase