Manager, People Operations & Compliance
ChargePoint
California
About Us With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality. Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market. At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us. Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come. Reports To Senior Director, People Operations & HRIS What You Will Be Doing The Manager of People Operations & Compliance is a hands-on operational manager responsible for ensuring that ChargePoint’s people practices are operationally efficient, legally compliant, and user-friendly. This role is directly responsible for HR compliance, immigration, employee lifecycle, and data management activities. You’re ideal for this role if you possess an inherent ability to galvanize teams, inspire colleagues to embrace initiatives, and collaborate effectively toward shared goals. With a natural flair for rallying support and building momentum, you excel in ensuring projects progress smoothly for all participants. Your tenacity shines through as you persistently tackle challenges, demonstrating resilience and resourcefulness in overcoming obstacles. Driven by a steady focus on results, you strike a balance between the urgency of meeting deadlines and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring both efficiency and excellence in all aspects of your work. Additionally, you exhibit a deep appreciation for structure, methodology, and precision, thriving in environments where rules, policies, SOPs, and regulations must be meticulously upheld. Key Responsibilities
- HR Operations: Closely supervise and be responsible for the day-to-day People Operations function for the North American region (Canada, United States, Mexico) for the employee life cycle. This includes managing processes and practices (SOPs), employee onboarding, offboarding, HRIS management, and the following:
- Data Integrity, Management, and Privacy Protection: Conduct data cleanup initiatives to ensure the accuracy and integrity of HR data. Implement data management best practices to maintain reliable and up-to-date information. Partner with internal stakeholders and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., CCPA, GDPR)
- Immigration: Execute all aspects of immigration processes, including visa applications, renewals, and compliance with immigration laws. Provide support, guidance, and timely service to employees on immigration-related matters
- Payroll Integration: Collaborate with the Payroll team to integrate HR processes and data, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing. Develop and maintain efficient workflows between HR and Payroll systems
- Vendor Management: Manage relationships with immigration and background check vendors to ensure high-quality service and adherence to our policies
- Compliance Management: Directly manage and serve as subject-matter-expert for US compliance with regards to all US federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations (e.g., CA Pay Data Reporting, EEO-1, OFCCP compliance, etc.), and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. Ensure the proper tracking of adherence to employment laws, regulations, and industry practices impacting HR policies and procedures to proactively ensure compliance. This also includes the following:
- Global Compliance Training: Ensure timely completion of global compliance training (e.g., harassment prevention) and regulatory requirements across all regions.
- Internal Audit: Coordinate with the People team to respond to HR-related internal audit requests to ensure compliance with company policies, SOX requirements, and regulatory standards. Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent, with HR Certifications such as GPHR/SPHR, or equivalent work experience required
- 5 or more years of experience in HR operations and compliance required, with at least 3 years of which are global
- Proven track record of success in a fast-paced, lean environment
- Deep expertise in managing HR compliance (e.g., I-9, SOX, EEO-1, SOC2 audits, GDPR), ensuring adherence to labor laws, responding to internal audit,s and implementing corrective actions is required
- Expert knowledge of best practices in employee lifecycle processes, workflows, approvals, and SOPs
- Proficient as an HRIS system administrator (e.g., UKG or Workday preferred), data governance, payroll integration, and audit procedures
- Possess a keen eye for detail, ensuring accuracy in documents and processes
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organization
- Demonstrated ability to lead and galvanize teams, and independently drive initiatives to successful completion
- High level of tenacity and resilience, with a passion for continuous improvement and problem-solving
- Ability to thrive in a high-growth, fast-paced environment and approach challenges with curiosity and a solutions-oriented mindset
- Strong personal ethical integrity and respect for confidentiality
- Skilled in MS Office (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint)
Posted 2025-09-02
Recommended Jobs
Validation Engineer/CSV Engineer
Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
Walnut Creek, CA
Job Description Job Description Company Description Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences is hiring entry level candidates for several positions for contract research in Clinical trials of drug…
View Details
Posted 2025-07-30
Hardware Product Manager
Anduril Industries
Costa Mesa, CA
ABOUT THE TEAM Our Warfighter Systems division is pioneering a future where mixed reality (MR), creates immersive, intuitive, and life-saving technologies. By seamlessly integrating real-time data…
View Details
Posted 2025-09-11
Discharge Planner
Vista Real Post Acute
Beaumont, CA
Join Our Team as a Discharge Planner (Part-Time) About Vista Real Post Acute Located in the heart of Riverside County, Vista Real Post Acute is a warm and welcoming skilled nursing and short-t…
View Details
Posted 2025-09-10
Financial Markets & Real Estate - Strategy & Digital Transformation Senior Consultant Save for Later Remove job
PwC
San Francisco, CA
At PwC, our people in finance consulting specialise in providing consulting services related to financial management and strategy. These individuals analyse client needs, develop financial solution…
View Details
Posted 2025-09-10
Discover Oakland: Your Next Oncology Adventure Awaits!
NurseRecruiter
Oakland, CA
RN Oncology job in Oakland, CA Embark on an exciting oncology adventure in vibrant Oakland! As a travel nurse in this diverse city, you'll impact patient outcomes while enjoying its rich culture, del…
View Details
Posted 2025-07-30
Cook
Compass Group
Livermore, CA
Position Title: Cook - Wente Vineyards Pay Range : $21.00 to $24.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID n…
View Details
Posted 2025-09-08
Room Service - Order Taker/Sales Agent
Rosewood Hotel Group
Montecito, CA
Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility We believe that life is made of many journeys: inspiration, wonderment, curiosity, or the simple joy of discovering something new e…
View Details
Posted 2025-09-06
Sales Associate II- Sherman Oaks Fashion Square- Los Angeles
Sherman Oaks, CA
Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful thing…
View Details
Posted 2025-08-29