Director of Human Resources – Payroll & Compliance 

FLEXTRADES is a rapidly growing national provider of production solutions recognized by Staffing Industry Analysts as a 2026 Best Place to Work. We are seeking a highly motivated Director of Human Resources - Payroll & Compliance. The Director is   

is responsible for designing and scaling a technology-enabled HR operations and compliance infrastructure that supports a fast-growing, multi-state staffing organization. This role owns enterprise-wide payroll accuracy, benefits compliance, and regulatory risk mitigation across all 50 states, ensuring the organization remains compliant in a rapidly evolving legal landscape. The Director partners closely with Executive Leadership and General Counsel to translate regulatory requirements into automated, scalable systems and SOPs, and leads a multi-functional HR team to deliver consistent, compliant employee experiences at scale. Success in this role requires deep expertise in multi-state payroll compliance, HR technology (ATS/HRIS), and process automation.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Strategy & Leadership

• Own and evolve the HR compliance operating model, including payroll, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance programs
• Develop and execute a long-term strategy for scalable, technology-driven HR operations in a high-growth environment
• Lead and develop a multi-layered HR operations team, including individual contributors and people leaders across pre-employment, HR administration, and HR management functions
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on compliance risk, workforce strategy, and employee relations matters
• Drive cross-functional alignment with Finance, Legal, Operations, Sales, Recruiting, Safety, and IT on HR and compliance initiatives
• Own and manage strategic relationships with external vendors supporting payroll, benefits administration, and compliance programs

HR Technology & Automation

• Design and implement trigger-based, audit-ready workflows that reduce manual intervention and ensure compliance at scale
• Leverage AI, automation, and system integrations to build proactive compliance controls and monitoring mechanisms
• Partner with IT and business leaders to ensure data integrity, system scalability, and process efficiency
• Continuously evaluate and implement new technologies to improve accuracy, efficiency, and compliance outcomes

Pre-employment & Onboarding

• Set the organizational strategy for a system-driven, scalable, and compliant pre-employment processes for a fully remote workforce
• Lead team of Pre-employment Specialists to build and continuously improve a technology-enabled onboarding experience that ensures compliance, efficiency, and a strong employee experience

Payroll Operations & Compliance

• Set the organizational strategy for multi-state payroll operations and compliance
• Lead HR Generalist in designing, implementing, and continuously optimizing scalable payroll processes supporting a workforce across all 50 states
• Establish and maintain audit-ready documentation and controls for compensation programs, including bonus plans
• Own compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations (e.g., wage and hour laws, overtime, paid breaks)
• Leverage HR systems to drive efficiencies in time tracking, attendance, and payroll processing

Benefits Administration

• Partner with HR Director – Employee Engagement and Legal Counsel to ensure competitive, compliant benefits offerings for internal & Technician populations, including participating in annual benefits evaluation & renewal process
• Ensure compliance with all applicable benefits regulations, including mandated      leave programs, retirement plans, and contribution limits
• Oversee COBRA administration and ensure adherence to all related regulatory requirements
• Oversee HR Team in leading and administering annual benefits open enrollment for internal & Technician populations

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

• Own proactive monitoring, interpretation, and implementation of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Partner with General Counsel to assess regulatory impact and translate legal requirements into operational controls and system-based workflows
• Represent HR in cross-functional Compliance Committee, driving scalable solutions to      meet evolving requirements
• Design and maintain a centralized SOP and compliance documentation system
• Ensure audit readiness through consistent documentation, reporting, and internal controls
• Own compliance programs related to AAP, EEO, FLSA, ADA, and other employment regulations

HR Investigations & Employee Relations

• Establish and oversee investigation protocols and SOPs for workplace concerns, including discrimination, harassment, accommodations, and policy violations
• Train HR team members on investigation best practices, documentation standards, and risk mitigation
• Ensure consistent and defensible documentation of investigation outcomes
• Partner with Legal Counsel as needed on complex or high-risk matters
• All other duties as assigned.

Success Measures:

• Payroll accuracy, timeliness, and audit readiness across all jurisdictions
• Minimal compliance violations, penalties, or audit findings
• Increased percentage of HR compliance processes that are automated and system-driven
• Scalable onboarding and pre-employment processes with high compliance completion rates
• Strong internal controls, documentation standards, and regulatory audit outcomes

• Travel model staffing experience is required for this role
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or related field 
• 8–10+ years of progressive HR experience, with significant focus on payroll operations, compliance, and HR systems 
• 5+ years of people leadership experience, including managing managers and/or multi-functional teams 
• Demonstrated success designing and scaling HR processes in a multi-state, high-growth environment (staffing or distributed workforce strongly preferred) 
• Deep expertise in multi-state employment laws and payroll compliance 
• Proven track record of leveraging HR technology, automation, and systems to drive scalability and compliance 
• Experience with HRIS (UKG), ATS (Bullhorn), or similar platforms a MUST

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen 
• Experience leading organizational change in fast-paced or high-growth environments 
• Expertise in building technology-driven compliance frameworks and SOP ecosystems 
• Data-driven decision-making and analytical mindset 
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills 
• Proven ability to build, develop, and scale high-performing teams

Benefits:

• Best in Class: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance coverage offered
• Work remotely in the United States
• Paid holidays, Vacation, & Birthday PTO
• Company sponsored personal wellness plan
• Home office equipment provided

Equal Opportunity Employer:

FlexTrades is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.