US East Coast salary guide 2026

Welcome to the 2026 Frazer Jones East Coast HR
market report!

As 2026 approaches, HR hiring across the East Coast
is evolving rapidly. Financial services, professional
services, and commerce and industry are all facing
unique pressures, from economic shifts and digital
transformation to changing workforce expectations.
In this environment, HR has become a strategic
function, central to business resilience and growth.

At Frazer Jones, we see a market that is competitive
but full of opportunity. Financial services firms are
prioritizing transformation and regulatory agility.
Professional services are focused on culture,
capability, and client delivery. Commerce and
industry sectors are adapting to supply chain
disruption and workforce modernization

For candidates, success means demonstrating
adaptability, commercial awareness, and
cultural fit. For employers, the challenge is to
invest in talent, stay informed, and move quickly
when the right person comes along.

We hope that this guide helps you navigate this environment. Should you wish to discuss it in detail, or for a confidential conversation about recruitment or your career, please do get in touch today.

We invite you to download the complete report by filling in the form below, or for an in-depth discussion on any of the material in the report please contact a member of our team in the US today.

Our latest East Coast jobs

  • Legal
  • Permanent

Workday HRIS Analyst

Newly created HRIS leadership role supporting a large-scale Workday HCM, Payroll, and Financials implementation. Organization is in the early stages of implementation and seeking someone to lead/support data conversion, migration, integrations, testing, and post-go-live optimization. Will partner closely with HR, IT, Finance, Payroll, and implementation consultants to ensure a successful Workday deployment. Strong emphasis on […]
  • Salary USD100000 – USD150000 per annum
  • Posted Veröffentlicht vor 2 Stunden

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  • Financial services
  • Permanent

US Talent Acquisition Lead

Our client is a specialized and global financial services firm who is hiring a US Talent Acquisition leader (VP level). The role will report to the Global Head of TA and oversee US recruitment in a player/coach capacity, leading a breadth of searches across corporate functions (risk, compliance, audit, etc.) and tech, managing one direct […]
  • Salary USD140000 – USD180000 per annum + plus bonus
  • Posted Veröffentlicht vor 5 Tagen

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  • Permanent

HR Business Partner, Investments

We are partnering with a leading global investment management firm seeking a strategic, hands-on HR Business Partner (VP level) to support a sophisticated Investments client group. This is a highly visible role for an HR professional who thrives both as a trusted advisor and execution-oriented business partner. Working closely with investment leaders, you will support […]
  • Salary USD190000 – USD235000 per annum + + competitive bonus and benefits
  • Posted Veröffentlicht vor 1 Woche

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  • Permanent

Head of Global Payroll

Role Overview The Global Head of Payroll is responsible for leading, designing, and executing the company’s global payroll strategy across all regions. This role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing while driving standardization, automation, and operational excellence across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with deep global payroll expertise, strong regulatory […]
  • Salary USD180000 – USD250000 per annum
  • Posted Veröffentlicht vor 1 Woche

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  • Permanent

Senior Analyst, People Operations

Senior Analyst, Compensation & People Operations Location: New York City, NY (4 days per week in office) Experience: 3+ Years Employment Type: Full-Time Client: Financial Services About the Role We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Analyst, Compensation & People Operations to join our People team in New York City. This role will […]
  • Salary USD100000 – USD130000 per annum
  • Posted Veröffentlicht vor 1 Woche

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  • Permanent

HR Operations Associate

HR Operations Associate Location: New York, NY Schedule: Hybrid Industry: Investment Management / Financial Services Experience: 4+ years Position Overview A leading investment firm in New York City is seeking an experienced HR Operations Associate to join its Human Resources team. This individual will play a critical role in the day-to-day administration of the firm’s […]
  • Salary USD90000 – USD130000 per annum
  • Posted Veröffentlicht vor 1 Woche

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  • Permanent

Compensation Manager

Compensation Manager Location: New Jersey Work Arrangement: Hybrid Experience: 10+ years Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Compensation Manager to join a sophisticated Total Rewards organization in New Jersey. This highly visible role will be responsible for the development, analysis, governance, and administration of executive and broad-based compensation programs, with significant emphasis on executive […]
  • Salary USD145000 – USD175000 per annum
  • Posted Veröffentlicht vor 1 Woche

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  • Technology
  • Permanent

Director of People

Director of People New York City, NY | Hybrid (3 days per week in office) | $170,000-$200,000 Base + Equity We’re partnering with a venture-backed technology company of approximately 100 employees that is looking to hire a Director of People at an exciting stage of growth. This is a highly visible leadership role for a […]
  • Salary USD17000 – USD200000 per annum + equity
  • Posted Veröffentlicht vor 1 Woche

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  • Financial services
  • Permanent

People Associate

Role: People Associate Location: New York, NY (Hudson Yards) In Office Schedule: Monday through Thursday in-office, remote Fridays Compensation: $110,000 – $130,000 base salary plus discretionary bonus and benefits Our client is a growing Financial Services firm in New York. The business offers a dynamic environment where employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful […]
  • Salary USD110000 – USD130000 per annum
  • Posted Veröffentlicht vor 2 Wochen

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  • Financial services
  • Permanent

Head of Americas HR

Role: Head of Americas HR Location: New York, NY In Office Schedule: 4 days on site in Midtown Compensation range: Up to $200k base plus bonus Our client is a leading global investment firm with a strong reputation for innovation, performance, and a highly collaborative culture. They are seeking a Head of Americas HR to […]
  • Salary USD175000 – USD200000 per annum
  • Posted Veröffentlicht vor 2 Wochen

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  • Banking
  • Temporary

Oracle HCM Functional Consultant

We are seeking an experienced Oracle Fusion HCM Functional Implementation Consultant to support a major HR transformation program. This role will partner with HR, Technology, and implementation teams to design, configure, test, and deploy Oracle Fusion HCM solutions that improve HR operations and employee experience. Key Responsibilities Gather business requirements and translate them into Oracle […]
  • Posted Veröffentlicht vor 2 Wochen

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  • Permanent

Workday Systems Analyst

Workday Systems Analyst Support and optimize HR and business systems with a focus on data analytics, reporting, integrations, and process improvement. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to enhance system performance, improve data quality, and drive operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Gather business requirements and develop reports, dashboards, and analytics solutions. Support system implementations, upgrades, integrations, testing, and […]
  • Posted Veröffentlicht vor 2 Wochen

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