Senior Specialist, International Operations - US & PEO Compliance

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: Not specified

Remote is seeking an International Operations Senior Specialist - US and PEO Compliance to support the expansion of US services. This role involves overseeing local operations, compliance, and entity management, working closely with an International Operations Manager to build a new service line. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, early-stage environment and enjoys translating complex regulatory frameworks into scalable processes. This position is crucial in enabling US-based companies to grow compliantly and contributes to Remote's mission of simplifying cross-border people and operations management.

About Remote

Remote is dedicated to solving the global challenge of compliant remote employment for organizations of all sizes. We facilitate international team management by handling payroll, benefits, taxes, and compliance. Our team is globally distributed, working asynchronously across six continents. Remote values diversity and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Our public handbook provides further insight into our culture.

How We Work

Remote operates asynchronously, empowering employees to manage their own schedules. The company fosters ownership and proactivity, encouraging action when in doubt.

Key Responsibilities

• Licensing, Compliance & Entity Maintenance
  • Oversee ongoing regulatory and compliance operations across U.S. states, including business registrations, corporate filings, and reporting obligations.
  • Ensure alignment with state-specific labor and employment regulations, coordinating updates with legal, payroll, and operational teams.
  • Manage the lifecycle of legal entities, supporting governance tasks, renewals, and administrative maintenance in partnership with internal stakeholders and external advisors.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with Legal, Tax, Payroll, Benefits, and Ops teams to ensure compliance across all jurisdictions.
  • Partner with local legal advisors and external providers to implement legal documents and ensure regulatory readiness.
• Compliance Documentation, Reporting & Risk Management
  • Maintain centralized records of compliance activities, filings, and regulatory correspondence.
  • Create internal documentation, checklists, and guides to support consistency and knowledge sharing.
  • Identify and address compliance risks, lead audit responses, and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Process Optimization & Tooling
  • Optimize workflows for compliance tracking, documentation management, and project execution.
  • Contribute to the development and refinement of internal tools, automation, and operational infrastructure.

Application Instructions

• Apply now to define the future of work!