What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Global HR Governance & Compliance position at World Wide Technology?
Why WWT?
At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen. Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All. We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits and by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for our clients.
Founded in 1990, WWT is a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution. WWT combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for organizations around the globe. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world's most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps clients and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities.
With over 12,000 employees across WWT and Softchoice and more than 60 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 14 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and creating a great place to work for all.
Want to work with highly motivated individuals on high-performance teams? Join WWT today!
The Director, Global HR Governance & Compliance provides strategic leadership and oversight for the organization’s HR compliance, governance framework, and employment risk management practices across all global locations.
This role ensures HR policies, handbooks, compliance programs, and investigation processes remain current, coordinated, and effectively managed across jurisdictions, and promotes consistent, defensible, and locally compliant HR practices.
Serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, this role partners closely with Legal, Risk, HR Business Partners, and HR functional teams to support sound decision-making and effective risk management.
Responsibilities
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Qualifications
Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $144,400 to $180,500 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.
The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees: Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and
Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program
We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!
If you have any questions or concerns about this posting, please email taposting@wwt.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen. Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All. We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits and by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for our clients.
Founded in 1990, WWT is a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution. WWT combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for organizations around the globe. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world's most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps clients and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities.
With over 12,000 employees across WWT and Softchoice and more than 60 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 14 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and creating a great place to work for all.
Want to work with highly motivated individuals on high-performance teams? Join WWT today!
The Director, Global HR Governance & Compliance provides strategic leadership and oversight for the organization’s HR compliance, governance framework, and employment risk management practices across all global locations.
This role ensures HR policies, handbooks, compliance programs, and investigation processes remain current, coordinated, and effectively managed across jurisdictions, and promotes consistent, defensible, and locally compliant HR practices.
Serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, this role partners closely with Legal, Risk, HR Business Partners, and HR functional teams to support sound decision-making and effective risk management.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and oversee HR compliance policies, procedures, and control frameworks to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations (e.g., EEO, FLSA, OSHA, and global employment standards).
- Own the global HR policy framework, including employee handbook governance, policy lifecycle management, approvals, and version control.
- Partner with Legal, HR Business Partners, and global stakeholders to maintain country-specific compliance requirements.
- Oversee regulatory reporting, filings, compliance calendars, and program execution across key jurisdictions.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate HR compliance risks; provide leadership with insights and recommended mitigation strategies.
- Oversee HR investigations and ensure matters are managed in accordance with company policy and legal requirements, including appropriate escalation of high-risk issues.
- Maintain compliance and risk management tools, including issue tracking, investigation protocols, and audit-ready documentation.
- Lead HR compliance audits and ensure readiness for internal and external reviews.
- Respond to internal and external Requests for Information (RFI) related to HR data and compliance.
- Monitor global employment law changes and translate requirements into actionable HR processes and policies.
- Drive continuous improvement of HR compliance practices and governance routines.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior HR leaders on compliance obligations, risk exposure, and policy decisions.
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Qualifications
- 10 years of progressive HR experience, including leadership in compliance, governance, or employment law.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- Deep knowledge of U.S. and global labor and employment laws.
- Strong analytical, investigative, and decision-making capabilities.
- Proven ability to build governance frameworks, compliance programs, and audit-ready processes.
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical guidance.
- Professional certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CHRP/CHRL) preferred.
Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $144,400 to $180,500 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.
The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees: Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and
Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program
We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!
If you have any questions or concerns about this posting, please email taposting@wwt.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $144,400 - $180,500