Freeman Company · 7 hours ago
Sr HR Policy & Process Controls Specialist
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expFreeman Company is a global leader in events, dedicated to redefining live experiences through data-driven insights and innovative solutions. The Sr. HR Policy, Process & Controls Specialist is responsible for developing and maintaining HR compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures, while ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and promoting operational excellence across the organization.
Event ManagementEvents
Responsibilities
Develop, draft, and maintain enterprise‑wide HR policies, standards, and procedures
Conduct gap analyses of existing policies to identify redundancies, inconsistencies, outdated language, or operational misalignment
Manage the full policy lifecycle including governance structures, review schedules, updates, version control, and stakeholder approvals
Build and maintain policy libraries, SOPs, and HR compliance playbooks with clear taxonomy and accessibility
Lead process mapping initiatives across HR to identify compliance risks, control gaps, and opportunities for standardization
Collaborate with HR COEs to document end‑to‑end processes and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and internal frameworks
Develop workflows, RACIs, decision trees, and SOPs that promote consistency and clarity across HR functions
Design, implement, and maintain HR internal controls aligned with compliance frameworks (e.g., COSO, ISO standards, DOJ Guidance)
Support compliance monitoring activities, audit engagements, and risk assessments
Work with Internal Audit, Legal, and HR Operations to address findings, test controls, and ensure audit readiness
Track and report compliance metrics, issues, and trends
Support integration of HR compliance practices across acquired companies
Partner with cross‑functional teams to harmonize policies, processes, and controls within the enterprise compliance framework
Ensure change impacts are understood and incorporated into documentation and training
Lead communication and rollout plans for policy and process changes
Support compliance training and awareness programs to ensure HR teams and leaders understand expectations and requirements
Create guidance materials, FAQs, and resources to reinforce adoption and reduce compliance risk
Collaborate with HR leadership, HRBPs, Legal, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to embed compliance requirements into business workflows
Serve as a trusted advisor on HR compliance matters related to policies, processes, and control frameworks
Facilitate cross-functional alignment and build strong relationships across the enterprise
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent with relevant professional experience is required
5+ years of experience in HR compliance, policy management, HR operations, governance, risk management, or process improvement
Strong experience in policy writing, process design, controls, and compliance program development
Experience conducting gap analyses, process mapping, and change adoption
Experience working within a multi-entity, complex, or evolving organizational structure, including M&A environments
Exposure to internal audits, SOX controls, or enterprise risk management
Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as COSO, ISO, or DOJ Guidance
Excellent documentation, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across functions and levels
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Compliance, Business Administration, Law, or related field is preferred
HR certification (SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR) preferred
Compliance certification (e.g., CCEP) preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Life, Accident and Disability
Retirement with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Company
Freeman Company
Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jenny Burr
VP, Business Planning and Event Execution
Carrie Freeman Parsons
Chairman Of The Board
Recent News
2025-12-09
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