National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) · 13 hours ago
Manager, Club Fringe Benefits
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$95K/yr - $110K/yr
3+ years expThe National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) is one of the fastest-growing professional sports leagues in the U.S., and they are seeking a Manager for Club Fringe Benefits. This role is responsible for overseeing Salary Cap tracking, management of Player transaction financials, and ensuring compliance with League policies regarding Player benefits and compensation.
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Responsibilities
Support the maintenance of League-wide and Team-level Salary Cap usage, including all forms of Player compensation, including salaries, benefits, bonuses, etc., plus all Player transactions, including transfers, loans, etc
Review and validate Team submissions to ensure compliance with the CBA, Salary Cap rules, and League policies
Identify, analyze, and resolve potential Salary Cap issues, discrepancies, or violations
Reconcile Player compensation data across Salary Cap systems, payroll records, and financial reports
Produce regular Salary Cap reports, forecasts, and compliance summaries for League leadership
Support audits, investigations, and enforcement actions related to Salary Cap compliance
Monitor and track all Team-provided Player benefits, including taxable and non-taxable benefits (e.g., housing, transportation, per diems, relocation, insurance, and other fringe benefits)
Work closely with Finance, Payroll, and external advisors to determine proper tax classification of Player benefits in coordination with Finance, Payroll, and external tax advisors
Ensure timely and accurate reporting of taxable benefits for payroll processing and required tax filings
Confirm that benefits are appropriately included or excluded from Salary Cap calculations per League rules
Support audits and inquiries related to compensation and benefit taxation
Serve as a subject-matter expert on Salary Cap and Player benefits rules for internal stakeholders and Teams
Provide guidance and training to Teams on compliance requirements, reporting expectations, and best practices
Collaborate with Legal and Player Affairs on interpretation of the CBA and League policies
Support League initiatives such as expansion, system implementations, and process improvements related to compensation and benefits tracking
Identify opportunities to streamline reporting, improve accuracy, and increase transparency
Liaise with NWSL Finance Department on these issues
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Sports Management, or a related field
3+ years of experience in salary cap management, compensation, payroll, benefits administration, or sports league/team operations
Strong understanding of salary cap systems, CBAs, and compensation structures
Working knowledge of tax treatment of compensation and benefits
Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills
Ability to interpret complex rules and apply them consistently
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with Teams and cross-functional partners
High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information
Preferred
league or professional sports experience preferred
Benefits
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO), sick days, and an end-of-year office closure.
Hybrid Work Model: Three days in-office and two remote days per week.
Robust Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Mental Health benefits for employees and dependents.
401k with employer match and safe harbor contributions.
Commuter benefits, Short/Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Gym On-Site, and Voluntary Pet Insurance.
Company
National Women's Soccer League (NWSL)
The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) is the premier women’s professional soccer league in the world, featuring national team players from around the globe.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$125MKey Investors
Sixth Street
2023-04-04Undisclosed· $125M
Leadership Team
Christopher Daley
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Cindy J. Chang MD, FAMSSM, FACSM
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