People Compliance & Policy Manager

About the team + role

We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.

The People Relations & Operations (PROps) team within PeopleX (PX) powers a high-quality employee experience through agility, care, and consistency. We build scalable processes that enable Hoodies to stay productive, supported, and engaged across the employee lifecycle!

As the People Compliance & Policy Manager, you’ll create and scale a centralized PX auditing and compliance reporting function. This role enhances consistency across PX-related compliance areas while creating a single point of contact for external agency reporting. You'll directly impact our global compliance posture by developing systems that ensure alignment with both our strategic goals and regulatory standards.

This role is based in our Chicago, IL, New York, NY, or Menlo Park, CA office, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.

At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.

What you’ll do

• Lead and implement HR compliance programs, audits, and reporting frameworks that meet federal, state, and global standards
• Design internal control systems that monitor compliance trends and drive remediation strategies
• Manage cross-functional collaboration with Legal, Compliance, Privacy, Finance, and Risk to align PX practices across regions
• Partner with stakeholders to support documentation, training, and process updates tied to policy and regulatory changes
• Serve as a primary liaison with state and federal agencies for HR-related responses and data requests

What you bring

• You have 6+ years of experience working in Compliance, Legal, or Regulatory functions within an HR team
• You bring strong program management and organizational skills, and you’ve successfully led high-stakes initiatives across functions
• You demonstrate deep knowledge of federal, state, local, and international labor and employment regulations (e.g., FMLA, ADA, GDPR, I-9/E-Verify)
• You’re experienced in compliance auditing, risk assessments, and vendor management (e.g., background checks, payroll, benefits)
• You’re detail-oriented with excellent communication skills and thrive in evolving, fast-paced environments

What we offer

• Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career.
• Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching.
• Best-in-class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents.
• Lifestyle wallet — a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more.
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits.
• Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
• Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.