Senior Associate HR Governance

The Senior Associate HR Governance will play a critical role as a trusted advisor within the HR Governance team, supporting the evaluation and improvement of the HR organizations control environments and risk management practices. This role focuses on proactive oversight, governance, and monitoring of internal controls, regulatory requirements, and compliance standards.

You will act as a central liaison for audits, regulatory engagements, and incident management while contributing to key projects that help drive risk mitigation and operational excellence across HR functional areas and enterprise-level processes.

Key Responsibilities

Control Testing and Risk Management

• Assist in the development and implementation of an HR control testing framework to strengthen internal controls and improve issue identification.
• Develop testing programs to evaluate the design, adequacy, and adherence of HR controls, identifying potential risks or exposures.
• Partner with risk and control teams to evaluate inherent risks within each HR function and their broader impact at the enterprise level.

Process, Risk & Control Inventory

• Expand and validate the Process, Risk & Control (PRC) inventory to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Align PRC documentation with relevant rules, laws, and regulatory requirements.

Audit and Regulatory Engagement

• Serve as the central point of contact for audits and regulatory inquiries.
• Maintain and ensure the quality of information provided for exams, audits, and regulatory reviews.
• Coordinate post-audit communications and assist in developing remediation plans.

Incident Management

• Act as the central liaison for HR incident management, ensuring incidents are documented, monitored, and addressed appropriately.

Special Projects

• Support and lead ad hoc projects, including small-scale initiatives aimed at improving HR governance, processes, and compliance.

Qualifications

Must-Have:

• 5+ years of experience in audit, risk management, or compliance, ideally within financial services.
• Proven ability to analyze processes and regulatory requirements, identify risks, and develop controls.
• Experience maintaining risk management documentation, including risk and control matrices, testing documentation, and procedures.
• Strong understanding of internal control testing frameworks and risk assessments.
• Effective challenge mentality: ability to question processes, identify gaps, and propose solutions.
• Proficiency in Excel or other data analytics tools for reporting and analysis.
• Flexibility to work EMEA shift to align with international teams and stakeholders.

Nice-to-Have:

• Certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
• Experience with automated control testing tools.
• Background managing risks related to HR functions or regulatory compliance.

Why Apply?

• Join a high-performing, collaborative team driving critical HR risk and governance initiatives.
• Make a meaningful impact on organizational compliance and control environments.
• Gain exposure to audit, regulatory relations, and enterprise-level risk management strategies.
• Contribute to special projects, offering opportunities for leadership and professional growth.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Nefari, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment where every individual feels empowered to thrive. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and play a key role in improving HR risk management and compliance processes? Apply now and let's shape success together!