HR Control Director
GEICO, Bethesda, MD, United States
HR Control Director
Lead Risk Management and Controls for Human Resources Functions
Location: This hybrid role requires on-site presence three days per week at one of GEICO’s office locations: Chevy Chase, MD; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; or New York, NY.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Partnership: Build and nurture strong relationships across HR, business units, and Technology functions to seamlessly integrate risk management into HR initiatives.
Risk-Based Approach: Understand and prioritize business needs, applying a risk-based mindset to HR processes and controls.
Process Mindset & Innovation: Advocate for process improvement, actively seeking opportunities for enhancement, re-engineering, and leveraging AI or automation to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
Can Do Mentality & Getting to Yes: Approach challenges with optimism, persistence, and resourcefulness—always striving to find practical solutions and drive consensus that aligns business objectives with risk mitigation.
Continuous Improvement: Deliver ongoing transformation within HR controls, supporting business growth and compliance through innovative process changes.
Governance and Compliance: Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures that fulfill regulatory requirements and uphold internal standards.
Team Leadership: Build, guide, and empower a collaborative team focused on designing, monitoring, and remediating HR controls.
Stakeholder Communication: Clearly and effectively communicate risk events, issues, and process updates to HR leadership, the Audit Committee, and external auditors.
Training and Awareness: Lead educational sessions for HR staff on risk management, controls, and compliance.
Required Skills And Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, finance, or a related field; or equivalent relevant experience.
8+ years of experience in risk management, internal controls, or compliance, preferably within HR or large, complex organizations.
Demonstrated partnership and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across diverse functions.
Initiative-taking, action-oriented mindset with a focus on results and continuous improvement.
Process-driven, with the ability to propose and implement enhancement opportunities, including re-engineering and AI/automation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill and present complex issues clearly.
Strong prioritization skills for thriving in fast-paced, changing environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in HR, business, or finance (HR certifications or risk management credentials are a plus).
Experience with data analysis, process automation, or HR analytics.
Background in SOX compliance, forensic audit, or control design relating to HR.
At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Annual Salary $146,575.00 – $229,600.00
Benefits
Comprehensive Total Rewards program that offers personalized coverage tailor-made for you and your family’s overall well-being.
Financial benefits including market-competitive compensation; a 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match; performance and recognition-based incentives; and tuition assistance.
Access to additional benefits like mental healthcare as well as fertility and adoption assistance.
Supports flexibility- We provide workplace flexibility as well as our GEICO Flex program, which offers the ability to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year.
Equal Employment Opportunity The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.
GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.
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Lead Risk Management and Controls for Human Resources Functions
Location: This hybrid role requires on-site presence three days per week at one of GEICO’s office locations: Chevy Chase, MD; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; or New York, NY.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Partnership: Build and nurture strong relationships across HR, business units, and Technology functions to seamlessly integrate risk management into HR initiatives.
Risk-Based Approach: Understand and prioritize business needs, applying a risk-based mindset to HR processes and controls.
Process Mindset & Innovation: Advocate for process improvement, actively seeking opportunities for enhancement, re-engineering, and leveraging AI or automation to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
Can Do Mentality & Getting to Yes: Approach challenges with optimism, persistence, and resourcefulness—always striving to find practical solutions and drive consensus that aligns business objectives with risk mitigation.
Continuous Improvement: Deliver ongoing transformation within HR controls, supporting business growth and compliance through innovative process changes.
Governance and Compliance: Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures that fulfill regulatory requirements and uphold internal standards.
Team Leadership: Build, guide, and empower a collaborative team focused on designing, monitoring, and remediating HR controls.
Stakeholder Communication: Clearly and effectively communicate risk events, issues, and process updates to HR leadership, the Audit Committee, and external auditors.
Training and Awareness: Lead educational sessions for HR staff on risk management, controls, and compliance.
Required Skills And Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, finance, or a related field; or equivalent relevant experience.
8+ years of experience in risk management, internal controls, or compliance, preferably within HR or large, complex organizations.
Demonstrated partnership and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across diverse functions.
Initiative-taking, action-oriented mindset with a focus on results and continuous improvement.
Process-driven, with the ability to propose and implement enhancement opportunities, including re-engineering and AI/automation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill and present complex issues clearly.
Strong prioritization skills for thriving in fast-paced, changing environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in HR, business, or finance (HR certifications or risk management credentials are a plus).
Experience with data analysis, process automation, or HR analytics.
Background in SOX compliance, forensic audit, or control design relating to HR.
At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Annual Salary $146,575.00 – $229,600.00
Benefits
Comprehensive Total Rewards program that offers personalized coverage tailor-made for you and your family’s overall well-being.
Financial benefits including market-competitive compensation; a 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match; performance and recognition-based incentives; and tuition assistance.
Access to additional benefits like mental healthcare as well as fertility and adoption assistance.
Supports flexibility- We provide workplace flexibility as well as our GEICO Flex program, which offers the ability to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year.
Equal Employment Opportunity The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.
GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.
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