New York HR market report and salary guide 2024-2025

Welcome to the inaugural Frazer Jones New York HR market report for the financial and professional services markets!

As we reflect on the dynamic people and talent job market throughout 2024, it is clear that 2025 will be characterized by a blend of strategic recalibration and cautious optimism.

Following a subdued start to 2024, we have seen a significant uptick in activity, and all signs point to this momentum continuing into 2025. The primary indicator for this has been the uplift in demand for talent acquisition and learning and development professionals. Some businesses have experienced a trickier time than others. In some cases, businesses are looking to build out already established teams, but in other cases, organizations are rebuilding their people functions.

However, the overall positive sentiment towards flexible working remains and organizations offering flexibility often have more talent available to them.

Our team is formed of specialist HR recruitment professionals who on average have 17 years of recruitment experience. Our teams support across three key practice areas, human resources, total rewards and contract and consulting.

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.

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Compensation Associate

Key Responsibilities: This individual will need to be extremely savvy with Advanced Excel, data, analytics, and reporting. * Design and manage core compensation programs, including salary structures, incentive plans, and bonus schemes. * Conduct market research and analysis to ensure competitive compensation packages. * Evaluate job positions and determine appropriate salary levels. * Ensure compliance […]
  • Salary USD110000 – USD170000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 2 days ago

Sr. Manager, Learning & Training

Our client, a noted global law firm, is hiring their next Learning & Development professional to support their general corporate groups and select work with attorneys across career level. Reporting to the head of function, this position presents a unique chance to participate in training efforts across U.S.-based legal and business services teams, spanning design, […]
  • Salary USD150000 – USD180000 per annum + + bonus
  • Posted Posted 3 days ago
  • Financial services

Temporary Associate Director, People Operations

Title: Associate Director, People Operations (Temporary) Location: New York, NY 10007 Schedule: Hybrid, 3-4 days per week Pay Rate: Negotiable Duration: 6-9 months Start Date: Early August About the Role Our client is looking for a highly organized and proactive Associate Director, People Operations, to help elevate their employee experience and streamline core HR processes. […]
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  • Financial services

L&D Analyst / Coordinator

Our client, a market leading boutique financial firm is seeking a skilled training coordinator with experience planning and supporting L&D programs. The suited individual will offer 2 or more years of robust training support in financial services settings, facing off to a wide array of internal staff. Whether planning large events or assisting in the […]
  • Salary USD80000 – USD90000 per annum + + bonus and excellent benefits
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Senior Director, Human Resources

Senior Director, Human Resources New York, NY (near Grand Central, 3-4 days onsite) We are exclusively retained by a successful and growing talent solutions firm to appoint their next Senior Director of Human Resources. Based in their New York office near Grand Central, you will lead a team of six across New York and London. […]
  • Salary USD150000 – USD180000 per annum + bonus
  • Posted Posted 1 week ago
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VP People- NY

VP People Officer Location: New York, USA Reports to: CEO Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: $160,000 – $190,000 Bonus: 20% Performance-Based Bonus About Levin Recruitment Levin is a high-growth, international recruitment business with a bold mission: we are building the #1 Talent Ecosystem for impact driven Tech businesses globally. We have built the first multi sector […]
  • Salary USD150000 – USD180000 per hour + bonus
  • Posted Posted 1 week ago
  • Financial services

People Operations Specialist

Role: People Operations Specialist Location: New York, NY Hybrid: 3 days in office Compensation range: Up to $140k base salary plus generous bonus Our client is a top tier global quant hedge fund looking for a People Operations Specialist to join their team in New York. Working in a tight-knit and collaborative team you will […]
  • Salary USD140000 – USD170000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 1 week ago

Payroll Manager

Primary Responsibilities UKG experience required 6+ years of experience Can work in well-polished, professional services environment Process payroll for all U.S. offices, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws Support global payroll processing as needed Provide customer support to employee inquiries which includes calls from management and employees pertaining to their […]
  • Salary Up to USD130000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 1 week ago

Benefits Manager

To maintain a world class benefits program, the manager will: Evolve US and non-US benefit packages to be best in class, including health, retirement, and wellness, through market reviews and analysis of program data. Support critical project work including but not limited to: Evolving international benefits in locations including Europe Develop and manage the financial […]
  • Salary USD110000 – USD140000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 1 week ago

Compensation Director

Our client, a leading financial services organization, is seeking to hire Compensation professionals at all levels who have strong Workday knowledge. Duties And Responsibilities Analyzing compensation policies and practices to ensure they support the business unit’s goals, providing recommendations for enhancements to compensation programs as appropriate Collaborating with partners in HR and at times, in […]
  • Salary USD130000 – USD200000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 1 week ago

Benefits Professional

Our client, a leading financial services organization, is seeking Benefits professionals at all levels with strong Workday knowledge. Responsibilities Benefits Program Management: Oversee insurance plans including, health insurance, dental, life insurance, STD/LTD, 401(k) plans, etc. Policy Design & Evaluation: Recommend and evaluate benefits policies and vendors to ensure they meet our growing needs, are competitive, […]
  • Salary USD130000 – USD200000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 1 week ago

Project Manager – Executive Compensation

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