Director of People & HR - Remote

Overview

The Director of People & HR will own the entire HR function with full accountability for payroll accuracy, labour law compliance, and employee relations, requiring proven experience navigating NYC-specific regulations.

In Short

• Own end-to-end payroll operations with strict adherence to NYC and NYS wage & hour laws.
• Act as the internal authority on NYC and NYS labour regulations.
• Draft, update, and enforce employee handbooks and policies.
• Lead payroll audits and reconciliations.
• Own recruiting operations and ensure compliance with pay transparency.
• Deliver real-time reporting on headcount and compliance risk.
• Lead and develop HR team members.
• Advise executives on people risk and compensation strategy.
• Balance compliance enforcement with employee experience.

Requirements

• Proven experience in HR management.
• Expertise in NYC and NYS labor laws.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience in payroll and compliance systems.
• Ability to manage employee relations effectively.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Collaborative work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package.