Director of ERISA Compliance

Human Interest is on a mission to ensure that people in all lines of work have access to retirement benefits. 

More than half of all working Americans are not saving enough for their future. Too often, it’s because they are employed by a company that doesn’t offer a retirement plan. Human Interest is changing that by making it affordable and accessible for small and medium-sized businesses to offer employees a path to financial independence through retirement savings.

We’re a high-growth fintech company changing the retirement industry. We are backed by a number of investors. This includes funding from Marshall Wace and Baillie Gifford, as well as top investors such as BlackRock, TPG (The Rise Fund), SoftBank, Glynn Capital, NewView Capital, USVP, Wing, Uncork, and more.

About the role

The Director of Retirement Compliance role is strategic in nature, focusing on ensuring Human Interest's 401(k) platform operates in full compliance with ERISA regulations and fiduciary requirements while supporting our mission to make retirement benefits accessible to all. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing comprehensive compliance frameworks, leveraging technology to automate compliance processes, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to embed compliance excellence throughout our operations. The role emphasizes a proactive, technology-driven approach to compliance management, using innovative solutions to scale compliance oversight as we grow. Additionally, the Director will play a key role in evolving our compliance function to support our rapid growth while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory adherence and fiduciary responsibility.

About the team

The Compliance team at Human Interest serves as the guardian of our regulatory integrity and fiduciary excellence. This specialized team ensures that our retirement platform not only meets but exceeds ERISA requirements while protecting the interests of plan sponsors and participants. Operating at the intersection of regulatory expertise and innovative technology, they work to streamline compliance processes without compromising quality or thoroughness. The team collaborates closely with Product, Operations, and Client Success to embed compliance best practices into every aspect of our service delivery. As we continue to democratize access to retirement benefits, we're looking for a visionary leader who can scale our compliance operations through technology while maintaining our commitment to fiduciary excellence.

What you get to do every day

• Lead and direct Human Interest's compliance program ensuring adherence to ERISA, DOL, and IRS regulations across all 401(k) plan operations
• Develop and implement technology-driven compliance frameworks that scale with our growing client base while maintaining regulatory excellence
• Design and oversee automated compliance monitoring systems to proactively identify and address potential issues
• Partner cross-functionally with Product, Operations, and Technology teams to embed compliance requirements into platform development
• Implement data-driven approaches to compliance testing, audit management, and regulatory reporting
• Oversee fiduciary governance processes and ensure proper documentation of fiduciary decisions
• Lead compliance technology initiatives including plan document automation, testing workflows, and regulatory reporting systems
• Manage relationships with external auditors, regulatory bodies, and compliance consultants
• Drive continuous improvement of compliance processes through automation and process optimization
• Serve as primary point of contact for regulatory inquiries and examinations
• Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and training programs
• Lead crisis management protocols for compliance-related issues requiring immediate attention

What you bring to the role

• 10+ years of experience in ERISA compliance, with at least 5 years in leadership roles within retirement plan administration