HR Compliance Background Analyst

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Job Description:

The HR Compliance Background Investigations Analyst will play a vital role in the background investigations process while also ensuring the firm's adherence to related employment laws, regulations, and internal compliance standards. In collaboration with the Background Investigations team, this role will serve as a subject matter resource for HR compliance in background related matters, provide guidance to stakeholders, and support sensitive background check reviews. This position requires a balance of technical knowledge, critical thinking skills, keen judgment, discretion, and strong collaboration skills.

Key Responsibilities

Background Investigations

• Coordinate and facilitate pre-employment background checks for prospective employees, as well as internal personnel for promotions, and client-specific engagements.
• Liaise with external background check vendors to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely processing of investigations.
• Review and interpret background check results, assessing candidate suitability against established organizational standards and criteria.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partners, and legal as needed to address exceptions or escalations.
• Support the ongoing improvement of background investigation policies, processes, and vendor management.

Compliance Oversight

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, local, and applicable global laws related to employment compliance as it applies to hiring and background investigations (e.g., Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), Fair Chance Acts (FCA), GDPR for international considerations).
• Monitor evolving legislation and industry standards to anticipate impacts on HR compliance programs.
• Adhere to all applicable laws and regulations regarding pre-employment processes and decisions, especially as it relates to adverse action.

Training & Education

• Develop and deliver training materials and resources for HR teams, hiring managers, and other stakeholders on compliance obligations and background check processes.
• Act as a trusted advisor on compliance best practices to minimize organizational risk.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain complete and accurate compliance documentation and background check records.
• Prepare reports and dashboards on compliance activities, background check trends, audit findings, and metrics.

Communication

• Provide clear, timely communication to candidates, employees, and other key stakeholders regarding background check results and compliance requirements.
• Handle all sensitive information with the highest level of discretion and professionalism, and on a strict need-to-know basis.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or related field.
• 3-5+ years of relevant HR compliance, background investigations, or related experience.
• Prior experience in professional services, consulting, or multinational organization preferred.

Specialized Knowledge

• Strong understanding of employment law, compliance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong understanding and familiarity with FCRA, FCA, data privacy regulations, and global compliance standards as it relates to employment.
• Experience with HRIS systems, applicant tracking systems, and background screening tools.

Core Competencies

• Integrity & Judgment: Strong ethics, sound decision-making, and ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving: Ability to interpret complex data and resolve issues with minimal supervision.
• Collaboration & Communication: Strong interpersonal skills, ability to build cross-functional relationships, and excellent written and verbal communication.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Comfortable with managing ambiguity and complexity while supporting change initiatives.
• Organization: Exceptional organizational, time management, and project management with strong attention to detail and a focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in HRIS and background check tools. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

Preferred/Additional Requirements

• Professional certification in HR compliance, employment law, or related field (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR, Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)).
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive investigations or escalations with discretion.
• Global compliance experience (e.g., cross-border background checks and compliance).
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills (Power BI, Tableau, or advanced Excel).

We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe's values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.

Our Benefits:
Your exceptional people experience starts here. At Crowe, we know that great peopleare what makes a great firm. We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!

How You Can Grow:
We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where talent can prosper!

More about Crowe:
Crowe (www.crowe.com) is one of the largest public accounting, consulting and technology firms in the United States. Crowe uses its deep industry expertise to provide audit services to public and private entities while also helping clients reach their goals with tax, advisory, risk and performance services. Crowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the country's best places to work. Crowe serves clients worldwide as an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world. The network consists of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 130 countries around the world.

Crowe LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Crowe will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. Please visit our webpage to see notices of the various state and local Ban-the-Box laws and Fair Chance Ordinances, where applicable.