CBRE · 2 hours ago
Director, Global Employment Compliance
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$144K/yr - $207K/yr
7+ years expCBRE is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, and they are seeking a Director of Global Employment Compliance. This role involves leading compliance activities related to human resources and advising leadership on employment compliance matters while developing and maintaining compliance programs.
CommercialFinancial ServicesProperty DevelopmentReal Estate
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain a robust employment compliance program aligned with regulatory requirements, CBRE’s internal policies, and organizational goals
Serve as the subject matter expert on federal, state, and local employment laws (e.g. FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, OSHA, NLRA) and CBRE’s DEI initiatives
Advise senior management on emerging employment compliance risks and recommend forward-thinking proactive mitigation strategies
Oversee employment compliance activities outside the US, ensuring adherence to local labor laws, employment standards, and data privacy regulations in all regions where CBRE operates (e.g., GDPR in Europe, APPI in Japan, LGPD in Brazil)
Draft, review, update HR policies, employee handbooks, and procedures to ensure compliance and clarity
Maintain documentation of compliance-related HR processes and ensure consistent application across the enterprise
Collaborate with HR leadership to ensure policies are communicated effectively and clearly to all employees
Promote operational alignment and able to influence buy-in from key stakeholders with compliance objectives
Develop and execute regular employment compliance audits, including wage and hour reviews, I-9 Compliance, and workplace accommodations
Track and Report compliance metrics, findings, and remediation actions to executive leadership
Oversee demographic reporting obligations by preparing and submitting annual EEO-1 reports detailing workforce composition by race, gender, and job category, along with required filings for Canadian workforce data and applicable state-level reports
Create and file affirmative action (AA) plans under the Rehabilitation Act (persons with disabilities) and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act per location within each of CBRE’s business segments and provide annual AA training to all managers
Develop and submit affirmative action (AA) plans for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in accordance with the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, for each location within CBRE’s various business segments
Conduct pay equity reviews and submit pay data reporting in California, Illinois and Canada
Design and deliver compliance-related HR training programs for employees and organization leadership, covering topics such as anti-discrimination laws, workplace harassment, data privacy, and code of conduct
Work closely with the Vice President, Gov’t & Defense, Regulatory and M&A Integration to ensure employment related regulations under the FAR and DFARS are adhered to by CBRE Government and Defense Services, through policy development and training covering topics such as DCAA requirements for timekeeping, whistleblower rights & protection, affirmative action compliance, EEO compliance, federal contractor minimum wage, SCA wage determinations, and more
Deliver annual AA compliance training to all managers within CBREs different business segments
Foster a culture of ethics and compliance that prioritizes ethical conduct, transparency, and accountability
Partner with Legal, Internal Audit, and Risk Management as part of the second line of defense to identify and mitigate compliance risks
Work closely with the legal team and executive leaders to develop and execute the compliance strategy, including KPIs, for Industrious
Work closely with HR business partners and operational leaders to build a strong front line of defense for day-to-day compliance matters
Serve as a liaison between the organization and regulatory agencies, including interface with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) and oversight OFCCP audits
Support the Talent Acquisition (TA) leadership team through guidance on evolving compliance laws and lessons learned from audits as well as keeping the TA team informed on changing compliance matters through a quarterly newsletter
Collaborate with internal audit on to monitor program adherence, review findings, identify corrective actions, and align remediation efforts to strengthen overall governance
Oversee compliance related to the use of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automated decision-making tools in HR processes (e.g., recruitment, performance management, employee monitoring)
Ensure AI-driven HR technologies comply with applicable laws and regulations (e.g., EEOC guidance on algorithmic fairness, state-level AI regulations, EU AI Act)
Monitor and interpret new and evolving HR-related legislation, laws, regulations, and standards relevant to the organization’s business operations
Ensure timely updates to policies, procedures, and controls in response to regulatory changes and evolving business needs
Improve and change existing methods, processes, and standards within job discipline
Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited U.S. institution
A minimum of 7+ years relevant experience in HR or Employment compliance with 3 years of experience in a leadership role at a highly matrixed organization
Experience implementing corporate Employment compliance programs, including knowledge of the employment laws at the federal, state, and local level
Proven ability to design, implement, and manage enterprise-wise Employment compliance programs
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, influence, and relationship-building skills
Experience developing and presenting training to business leaders and legal professionals
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage change in complex organizations
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc
Extensive organizational skills and an inquisitive mindset
Preferred
Juris Doctorate from an accredited U.S. law school
Experience in a leadership role at a highly matrixed organization
Benefits
401(K)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Company
CBRE
Operating across every dimension of commercial real estate, CBRE sees more so you can do more.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.8BKey Investors
Athene Capital
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2025-04-29Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
2024-02-20Post Ipo Debt· $500M
Leadership Team
Adam Gallistel
Co-CEO and CIO
Andrew Glanzman
Chief Executive Officer of CBRE’s Real Estate Investments
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