Vice President - Human Resources (HR Operations, Payroll & Benefits) jobs in United States
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PJT Partners · 5 hours ago

Vice President - Human Resources (HR Operations, Payroll & Benefits)

PJT Partners is a global advisory-focused investment bank seeking to hire a Vice President for HR Operations, Payroll & Benefits. The role involves overseeing HR service delivery, leading a team of HR professionals, and driving excellence in HR processes, payroll, and benefits while ensuring alignment with the firm's business objectives.

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Responsibilities

Support the Head of HR Operations in overseeing all aspects of HR service delivery, including payroll, benefits administration, HR systems
Lead and mentor a team of HR professionals, ensuring high standards of service and continuous professional development
Develop, implement and optimize HR policies, procedures, and processes in accordance with best practices and regulatory requirements
Oversee HR reporting and audit activities, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant labor laws and regulations
Drive HR technology initiatives, including system upgrades and process automation, to enhance efficiency and employee experience
Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders and employees, providing guidance on benefits and best practices
Collaborate with other HR verticals (business partners, recruiters, compensation and data) and the Finance team
Lead or support HR projects and change management initiatives, ensuring successful implementation and stakeholder engagement
Serve as deputy to the Head of HR Operations, stepping in as needed and representing the department in key meetings
Oversee the tracking, management, and reporting of non-compensation-related HR expenses, ensuring transparency and alignment with forecasts. Regularly update forecasts to reflect actual and projected spend
Lead the preparation and delivery of regular reports on global payroll tax and benefits spend, collaborating with Finance and ensuring compliance with local and international regulations

Qualification

HR operations experienceHRIS proficiencyLeadership skillsAccounting knowledgeTax experienceBenefits compliance knowledgeInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a related field
10+ years of progressive HR operations experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role, ideally within financial services, family office or a similar professional environment
1-2 years of experience/exposure to tax
Strong knowledge of HR practices, benefits and compliance requirements in relevant jurisdictions
Proven experience managing HR teams and driving process improvements
Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
Proficiency with HRIS and data analytics tools; experience with Workday is a plus
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure and maintain confidentiality and discretion
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
Attention to detail and analytical acumen

Benefits

Discretionary bonus component

Company

PJT Partners

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PJT Partners is an investment banking firm that provides asset management, debt execution, strategic advisory, and fundraising services.

H1B Sponsorship

PJT Partners has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (71)
2024 (79)
2023 (77)
2022 (57)
2021 (49)
2020 (28)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
Corsair Capital
2018-08-28Post Ipo Equity
2015-10-02IPO

Leadership Team

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Chris Holt
Partner
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Don Cornwell
Member Board of Directors
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