Job Purpose The HR Compliance Auditing Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of internal auditing programs to ensure Panera’s policies and practices are in compliance with federal, state, and local obligations related to multi-jurisdictional employment-related and human resources matters. When problem areas are identified, the HR Compliance Auditing Analyst will work with impacted teams to find and implement suitable corrective action. Location: This is a field-based role (remote) with limited travel to St Louis or Boston office. Duties & Responsibilities The primary responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to: • Develop internal audit plans focused on compliance with employment-related regulations and policies. • Conduct, manage, and oversee internal audits. • Analyze new and existing policies and procedures to determine potential risks in company practices to avoid compliance issues. • Work with both internal and external sources to ensure Panera’s compliance with employment related regulations across all business units. • Recommend changes to address non-compliant procedures and practices. • Assist in implementation of changes to address non-compliant procedures and practices. • Assist in developing and maintaining documentation of regulatory compliance processes; identify and guide the execution of process improvements. • Assist in developing communications related to compliance change efforts. • Track reported violations and the responses and plans regarding allegations. • Compile reports on results of internal audits and present reports to relevant leaders. • Monitor industry news; network with other organizations to stay abreast of regulatory and legal requirements for employment related regulations, benefit plan offerings, vendor contracts and mandated communications. Qualifications (Education & Experience) Qualifications include: • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Paralegal Studies, Finance or a related field is preferred. • Advanced experience in Microsoft Office tools, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook. • Experience analyzing a wide variety of data (both numerical and verbal) and providing key summary information for leadership to guide program development and funding decisions. • Experience with researching, reading and interpreting legislative and legal documents, state and local laws and regulations, related federal regulations and regulatory compliance requirements. • Multiple years direct experience in multi-jurisdictional HR compliance relative to compensation, employee health & welfare benefits, and/or employment regulations. • In-depth knowledge and experience with multijurisdictional HR Compliance • Strong communication (written and verbal) • Detail and deadline oriented, with strong problem solving, critical thinking and organizational skills. • Verbal and non-verbal reasoning • Ability to build relationships and collaborate with internal and external contacts. Working Conditions • Required travel – limited, occasional travel to St Louis or Boston office. Physical Requirements • While performing this job, the incumbent is regularly required to stand, sit, talk hear & use hands and fingers to operate keyboards Direct Reports • N/A Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans Competitive Pay $71,101 - $81,055 annually Additional Description :