Employment Compliance Associate Manager

Location: Raleigh, NC

Job Summary

• TheEmployment Compliance Associate Manageris responsible formanaging processes related to: (1) the review and triage ofemployeehotline matters and (2) the investigation, response, and resolution of charges filed with federal, state, and local EEO agencies.
• What will you do?
• Independently manage and conduct workplace investigations involving employee complaints, ethics concerns, policy violations, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and other employment-related matters.
• Administer thecompany's reporting system, including intake, triage, risk assessment, case assignment, and tracking of reported concerns, including matters involving senior leaders and executives.
• Coordinate responses to federal, state, and local employment-related claims and agency inquiries, including EEO charges, wage and hour claims, retaliation claims, and regulatory audits.
• Gather and analyze evidence, interview witnesses, assess findings, and prepare investigative summaries and recommendations for Human Resources, Compliance, and Legal leadership.
• Serve as a liaison with internal and external counsel to support case strategy, position statements, agency responses, and resolution efforts.
• Research and apply federal, state, and local employment laws to support investigations, claims management, and compliance activities.
• Assess legal and compliance risks, conduct cost-benefit analysis, and recommendappropriate responseand resolution strategies based on investigation findings and applicable employment laws.
• Negotiate and resolve employment-related matters within delegated settlement authority and established Company guidelines.
• Review internal investigation reports to ensure consistency, completeness, and adherence to company standards and legal requirements.
• Support government audits, regulatory reviews, and investigations conducted by agencies such as the EEOC, Department of Labor, OSHA, and state agencies.
• Analyze claims, investigations, hotline activity, and compliance trends toidentifyrisks, recommend corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with Human Resources, Legal, Compliance, and business leaders to promote compliance, mitigate risk, and ensure consistent application of Company policies and employment practices.
• Prepare reports, metrics, and recommendations for senior leadershipregardingemployment compliance risks, case outcomes, and emerging trends.

Qualifications

Experience workingwith HR systems, preferablyWorkday

• Strongpersuasive communication skills, bothverbal and written
• Analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities
• Strong attention to detail witha high levelof ownership and accountability
• Ability to take initiative, work independently and collaborate effectively across functions
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels of the organization
• Experience conducting research, developing documentation, and creating project plans
• Experience leading projects,facilitatingtraining, and driving issue resolution
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability toidentifyand implement enhancements within HRprocesses
• Excellent investigativeand problem-solvingskills
• Substantive knowledge of EEO laws and HR policies and procedures
• Ability to assess facts and law to make sound strategic decisions in defense ofadministrative claims
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook and Excel, isrequired

Certifications, Experience, and Education

Education:Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) from four-year college or university; and

Experience:3- 5+years of EEO complaint or charge investigation experience;or equivalent combination of education,experienceor certifications. Experience in a Retail industry is preferred, or other multi-site, hourly work environment.

Location & Work Availability

This position is Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote), based at our corporate headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Benefits Summary

We believe in supporting our Team Members and those they love through comprehensive health & wellness benefits. Learn more here:https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/benefits

Company Overview

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professionalinstallerand do-it-yourself customers. As of January 3, 2026, Advanceoperated4,305 stores primarily within the United States, withadditionallocations in Canada, PuertoRicoand the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Company also served 809 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands.Additionalinformation about Advance, including employment opportunities, customer services, and online shopping for parts, accessories and other offerings can be found atwww.AdvanceAutoParts.com.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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