Senior Specialist, HR Compliance & Processes

What you’ll do

This role will be the driving force behind our HR operational excellence, ensuring that our HR practices are fully documented, compliant, and clearly communicated. You will serve as a crucial bridge between human resources and key stakeholders, transforming complex HR system data into actionable reports for business partners, our parent company, and shareholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in process design, regulatory compliance, and hands-on data management within enterprise HRIS platforms.

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Lead the creation, maintenance, and standardization of comprehensive Human Resources Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and process maps.
• Document HR system configurations, data flows, and compliance protocols to ensure cross-functional alignment and business continuity.
• Conduct regular audits of HR processes to ensure strict adherence to internal policies, local labor laws, and corporate governance requirements
• Identify bottlenecks or risks in current HR workflows and propose actionable process improvements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for compliance inquiries, coordinating with internal audit and legal teams when necessary.
• Continuously monitor the regulatory landscape to anticipate changes in compliance requirements and proactively adjust HR systems and reporting protocols.
• Design, generate, and distribute accurate HR reports and dashboards tailored for executive leadership, business partners, shareholders, and parent company oversight.
• Ensure all reporting meets the specific formatting, frequency, and compliance standards required by internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in the day-to-day data management and maintenance of core HR systems (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors or similar enterprise platforms).
• Ensure the highest level of data integrity through routine mass updates, data validation checks, and system audits.
• Partner with HRIS administrators and technical teams to troubleshoot data errors, test system updates, and support new module rollouts.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role may be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC.
• This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events.
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

What you’ll bring

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring:

• 8+ years of dedicated experience in HR Operations, HRIS, Compliance, or a related analytical HR role.
• Proven track record of documenting complex workflows and creating user-friendly procedural manuals.
• Exceptional capability in data analysis and reporting, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, macros).
• Strong hands-on experience navigating and managing data within enterprise-level HR systems (experience with SAP SuccessFactors is highly preferred).
• Experience generating highly visible reports for executive leadership, board members, or shareholders.
• Exceptional technical writing skills with a demonstrated ability to create clear, highly structured process documentation and visual process maps.
• A meticulous approach to data accuracy and a deep understanding of HR compliance, confidentiality, and data privacy laws.
• High attention to detail with an analytical mindset focused on root-cause problem solving and risk mitigation.

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up. This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation. In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial Base Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00

Internal Leveling Code: IC8