Manager, HR & Talent Operations - Fashion Apparel

Lead HR for a dynamic NYC office where you’ll shape culture, drive employee experience, and enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and real room to grow! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sierra Johnson Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $100,000 - $125,000 per year A bit about us: We are a globally recognized fashion and lifestyle apparel organization with iconic brands sold across major retailers and international markets. Our NYC location serves as a central hub for creativity, business operations, and cross-functional collaboration. We pride ourselves on a people-first culture, long-term career growth, and the ability to make a real impact in an organization that values both tradition and innovation. Why join us? High-impact HR role where you’ll own employee experience and partner directly with senior leadership in a fast-paced NYC office. Competitive compensation with strong benefits, including 401(k), medical, dental, vision, and generous company perks. Career growth opportunities within a well-established, industry-leading organization with a large portfolio of recognized consumer brands. Full autonomy to shape culture, influence decision-making, and drive meaningful HR initiatives. Dynamic, creative environment with exposure to teams across design, marketing, merchandising, and operations. Stability + innovation — join a company with decades of success that continues to evolve and invest in its people. Job Details We are seeking a dynamic, passionate, and experienced Manager for HR & Talent Operations in the Fashion Apparel industry. The Manager will be responsible for managing all HR functions, including employee relations, performance management, training, policy implementation, and local compliance. They will also oversee recruitment and onboarding, talent acquisition, and manager training. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of local, state, and federal employment laws, particularly those pertaining to New York (NY) and New Jersey (NJ). Responsibilities: Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy. Manage the recruitment and selection process to ensure a smooth onboarding experience. Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance. Develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, tactics, and procedures across the organization. Nurture a positive working environment by ensuring legal compliance throughout human resource management. Report to management and provide decision support through HR metrics. Design and deliver training sessions on key compliance issues to ensure that the organization is kept up to date on new regulations. Lead talent acquisition efforts, including the implementation of innovative recruitment strategies to attract top talent. Handle employee relations issues, providing guidance and advice to management on how to handle complex employee situations. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum of 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably as an HR Manager or Senior HR Generalist. 3+ years experience in the fashion, retail, or appeal industry. Expert knowledge of local, state, and federal employment laws, with specific emphasis on New York (NY) and New Jersey (NJ) labor law and compliance requirements. Proven experience in talent management, employee relations, and performance management. Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills. Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company. In-depth knowledge of HR best practices and industry trends. Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills. Demonstrable experience with HR metrics. 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