HR Operations & Compliance Analyst

Overview (Why This Role?)
Are you passionate about HR data, compliance, and operational excellence? Join our team and help shape the employee experience through meticulous attention to detail and seamless process execution. As an HR Operations & Compliance Analyst, you’ll be at the center of ensuring our people processes are compliant, accurate, and efficient.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)
Hearst Magazines’ portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the U.S.—including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Harper’s BAZAAR, and Popular Mechanics — inspires, entertains, and builds new and bold experiences for an engaged and growing audience across digital, video, social and print, reaching nearly 130 million readers and site visitors each month. With sophisticated content creation, cutting-edge technology, and industry-leading data capabilities, we make media and products that move people across all platforms. We are a global media company that publishes nearly 200 magazine editions and 175 websites around the world—and together, we are shaping what’s next.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Maintain administrative processes related to our union population, including record keeping, payroll deductions, and compliance reporting.
• Ensure adherence to employment guidelines for temporary staff through onboarding, hours auditing, and offboarding in partnership with staffing agencies.
• Support the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, employment verifications, and payroll assistance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on operational projects and continuous process improvements.
• Assist with preparation and submission of compliance filings (e.g., Affirmative Action Plan, California Pay, EEO-1, VETS-4212) through data validation and analysis.
• Track and support AAP goals and related compliance efforts with internal stakeholders.
• Maintain and document standard operating procedures for compliance and operational workflows.
• Perform recurring data audits, generate ad hoc reports, and maintain accurate employee data across systems.

Qualifications (What We’re Looking For)

• 3+ years of experience in HR operations, data analysis, or compliance
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws, and experience with compliance reporting (AAP, EEO-1, VETS-4212, CA Pay) preferred
• Familiarity with HRIS systems such as Oracle, Workday, ADP, or similar
• Strong Excel and analytical skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
• Collaborative, deadline-driven, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment

Benefits (What We Offer)

• Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
• Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
• Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
• Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
• Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Hearst is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• This position is based in our New York office and follows a hybrid schedule, with at least four days per week in-office.

The base salary for this role is between $66,000 - $80,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Hearst is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.