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Description

We are looking for an experienced Human Resource Director - Compensation to join our team on a Contract to permanent basis. This role focuses on managing and optimizing employee benefits and compensation programs, ensuring all processes align with organizational goals and compliance standards. The position is based in Paramus, New Jersey, offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to employee satisfaction and organizational success.

Compensation & Benefits Strategy

+ Design, manage, and evolve competitive, equitable, and compliant compensation and benefits programs in the U.S., with growing global responsibility.

+ Lead annual compensation processes including benchmarking, merit cycles, and incentive planning.

+ Partner with HR Operations on job architecture strategy, governance, and implementation.

+ Evaluate benefit plan performance and design, making data-informed recommendations that align with employee needs and financial parameters.

Payroll Oversight

+ Oversee the accurate and timely execution of U.S. payroll operations, with high attention to compliance and employee experience.

+ Partner with payroll vendors and internal stakeholders to drive automation, improve controls, and enhance service delivery.

+ Support global payroll governance and alignment, working cross-functionally with local HR and finance partners.

Leadership & Team Empowerment

+ Manage and mentor a team of compensation, benefits, and payroll professionals—delegating effectively, developing talent, and fostering accountability.

+ Promote a culture of collaboration, transparency, and ownership across the function.

Cross-functional Collaboration & Compliance

+ Partner with HR Operations and regional HR teams to ensure seamless administration and employee support across all programs.

+ Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international regulations related to compensation, benefits, and payroll.

+ Support joint venture due diligence and post-setup HR alignment in close partnership with regional HR teams, ensuring consistency, compliance, and coordination across compensation, benefits, and payroll practices.

+ Support key HR initiatives such as equity reviews and global harmonization efforts.

Requirements • Proven experience in benefits coordination and compensation analysis.

• Strong knowledge of employee benefits programs, including FMLA and other leave policies.

• Excellent analytical skills to evaluate and optimize benefits offerings.

• Ability to communicate complex benefits information clearly and effectively.

• Familiarity with legal and regulatory standards related to employee benefits.

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple benefits-related tasks and priorities.

• Proficiency in using benefits management tools and systems.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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