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SVP of Total Rewards

Manhattan, New York Permanent $275,000 - $300,000 per year View Job Description
An outstanding opportunity for a senior Total Rewards leader to join a technology-driven financial services organization undergoing significant transformation. The Senior Vice President, Total Rewards will lead executive compensation, governance, benefits, and rewards strategy while partnering closely with executive leadership. Candidates with immediate availability will be favored and considered for either permanent or interim appointments
  • Shape the future of rewards in a technology-led business
  • Lead high impact compensation initiatives with direct executive exposure

About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly evolving, publicly traded financial services organization that combines the stability of an established financial institution with the agility and innovation of a modern technology company.
With a strong focus on digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and data-driven decision-making, the organization is redefining traditional financial services through advanced technology, streamlined customer experiences, and forward-thinking people strategies. The culture is fast-paced, ambitious, and execution-oriented, attracting professionals who thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy solving complex business challenges.
Based in Midtown Manhattan with offices located adjacent to one of New York City's primary business and transportation hubs, the organization operates with a highly collaborative, in-person culture. Full-time office presence is required (4-5 days), reflecting the importance placed on partnership, innovation, and leadership accessibility.
This opportunity is ideally suited to an agile, future-focused leader who embraces change, leverages technology to enhance outcomes, and is excited to help shape the next generation of Total Rewards practices within a sophisticated financial services organization.

Job Description

The Senior Vice President, Total Rewards will report into the Chief People Officer and lead a small team responsible for executive compensation, compensation governance, benefits strategy, and Total Rewards program effectiveness across the organization.

Duties listed and not restricted to:

  • Lead executive compensation strategy, governance, and compensation committee support activities
  • Own preparation and authorship of Compensation Discussion & Analysis (CD&A) disclosures and executive compensation sections of proxy filings
  • Design, administer, and oversee short-term and long-term incentive plans for senior executives
  • Partner with executive leadership and the Board's compensation committee on compensation strategy, benchmarking, and governance
  • Lead annual compensation planning cycles, including salary, bonus, equity, and executive rewards programs
  • Oversee benefits strategy, vendor management, and Total Rewards program effectiveness
  • Leverage analytics, automation, and artificial intelligence tools to enhance reporting, compensation modeling, and decision-making processes



Additional note: Candidates available for an immediate start are of interest. The client is open to evaluating both permanent and interim/temporary solutions for the right individual.

The Successful Applicant

For the Senior Vice President, Total Rewards we are seeking:

  • 15+ years of progressive compensation and Total Rewards experience
  • Significant executive compensation expertise within a publicly traded company environment
  • Non-negotiable experience authoring Compensation Discussion & Analysis (CD&A) disclosures
  • Previous experience supporting a Board Compensation Committee or equivalent governance structure
  • Banking, financial services, or similarly regulated industry experience is required
  • Deep understanding of executive compensation regulations, governance practices, and proxy disclosure requirements
  • Experience managing and developing high-performing teams
  • Strong analytical, financial modeling, and compensation benchmarking capabilities
  • Demonstrated success working in highly technical, innovation-focused organizations
  • Appreciation for artificial intelligence, automation, and technology-enabled operating models
  • Exceptional communication skills and executive presence
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity, move quickly, and influence senior stakeholders
  • Motivated, resilient, and energized by high-performance environments where pace and accountability are expected
  • A hands-on leader who genuinely enjoys team leadership, mentorship, and talent development



Please note: only serious applicants who meet the technical requirements outlined above will be considered

What’s on Offer

Interested? Apply today

  • Competitive executive compensation package
  • Annual bonus opportunity
  • Long-term incentive participation
  • Comprehensive benefits program
  • High visibility with executive leadership and Board-level stakeholders
  • Opportunity to shape compensation strategy within a technology-driven financial services organization
  • Career-defining leadership position in a growth-oriented environment
  • 4-5 days office presence in the heart of NYC



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Contact
Gemma McDonald
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7116136

Job summary

Function
Human Resources
Subsector
Human Resources Subsector
Industry
Financial Services
Location
Manhattan
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Gemma McDonald
Job reference
JN-092026-7116136
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