Compensation Manager

Manager, Compensation/Total Rewards Location: Onsite NYC Compensation: $180,000-200,000 plus bonus A fast-growing fintech company transforming global financial markets is seeking a Manager, Compensation & Global Rewards to join its People & Culture team. This role will lead the design and management of compensation, benefits, and rewards programs that attract, engage, and retain top talent globally. This is an exciting opportunity to help build and scale the future rewards infrastructure of a high-growth organization at a pivotal stage of expansion. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical expertise, experience with global compensation programs, and a hands‑on approach to benefits administration and HR operations. This position reports directly to the Chief People Officer and is based in New York City. The role requires 5 days per week in‑office. Responsibilities Partner with managers and HR Business Partners on compensation frameworks, programs, and pay decisions Conduct compensation benchmarking and support annual performance review cycles, ensuring decisions are market-aligned and data-driven Build and maintain analytical models and reporting tools to support rewards strategy and executive decision-making Translate compensation and workforce data into actionable insights and recommendations for leadership Manage day-to-day benefits administration and serve as a resource for employees regarding benefit plans, vendors, and processes Educate new hires on compensation philosophy, benefits, and rewards programs Administer global benefits programs through external partners and brokers while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations Maintain HRIS data integrity, reporting, and analytics across HR systems Support ongoing process improvements and scaling initiatives within the People function Qualifications 5-7 years of relevant experience in compensation, rewards, HR analytics, or related fields Experience with compensation consulting and/or compensation analytics strongly preferred Knowledge of global compensation practices, including: Base salary structures Variable incentive programs Equity grants and refresh strategies Sales incentive plans Advanced Excel and analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data and create meaningful insights Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities Broad knowledge of U.S. HR principles, policies, and employee benefits; exposure to UK and/or Israel benefits programs is a plus Experience with benefits administration preferred Strong communication and executive presentation skills Self-starter mentality with a proactive and accountable approach to work Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign‑born residents, and veterans to apply. Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. #J-18808-Ljbffr