VP Total Rewards - NYC 4 days in office - $175k-$225k + Bonus

Our client is in search of a Senior Director of Total Rewards to lead their compensation, benefits, and payroll strategy. This is a highly visible role that will oversee all aspects of total rewards, with a focus on compensation, payroll, equity administration, and strategic benefits planning for corporate and union employees. You'll lead a small but capable team, help modernize systems, and act as a key partner across HR, Finance, and Legal.

NYC (Midtown) 4 days a week in office, 1 day work from home.
$175k-$225k + bonus and great benefits.

Client Details

Our client is in search of a Senior Director of Total Rewards to lead their compensation, benefits, and payroll strategy. This is a highly visible role that will oversee all aspects of total rewards, with a focus on compensation, payroll, equity administration, and strategic benefits planning for corporate and union employees. You'll lead a small but capable team, help modernize systems, and act as a key partner across HR, Finance, and Legal.

NYC (Midtown) 4 days a week in office, 1 day work from home.
$175k-$225k + bonus and great benefits.

Description

• Lead and refine the organization's total rewards strategy including compensation, benefits, and payroll programs.

• Own and oversee union payroll processes, ensuring compliance with all contract-specific pay structures, dues, and timing.

• Oversee equity grants and administration, partnering with Legal and Finance to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Guide benefits strategy and vendor relationships-manage contract negotiations, renewals, and plan design alongside brokers and carriers (Cigna, Fidelity, etc.).

• Partner closely with internal stakeholders on benchmarking, compensation analysis, and job leveling across the organization.

• Serve as a thought leader and escalation point for all total rewards matters; support and coach team members.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, including union agreements, ACA, ERISA, FLSA, and IRS guidelines.

• Optimize and manage use of ADP Workforce Now for payroll and HRIS reporting.

• Provide mentoring and development opportunities for a team of three, with one direct and two indirect reports.

Profile

• 10+ years of progressive experience in compensation, benefits, and payroll, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role.

• Strong union payroll experience is required-you understand the nuances of union dues, contracts, and payroll structures.

• Experience administering equity programs (stock grants, RSUs, etc.).

• Demonstrated success in benefits plan design and contract/vendor negotiations.

• Deep understanding of total rewards compliance and best practices.

• Proficient in ADP Workforce Now and comfortable working in mid-sized, complex organizations.

• Excellent leadership skills-you know how to coach, motivate, and elevate a team.

• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Job Offer

• 4 days onsite in Midtown, NYC
• High visibility position
• $175k-$225k + bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package.

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