Nexxen seeks a VP, HR Operations & Transformation to lead and elevate the global HR operating model. This executive role manages the full employee lifecycle and oversees Total Rewards, People Operations, and HRIS & Analytics. Responsibilities include executive oversight of compensation, benefits, payroll, and global mobility; streamlining global People processes; leveraging AI and automation; building a high-performing operations team; optimizing HRIS and People systems; ensuring compliance with employment laws; managing vendor relationships; and driving transformation initiatives. Candidates must have 12+ years of senior HR leadership experience, expertise in Total Rewards and HRIS implementations, strong knowledge of global labor law compliance, and executive presence to influence at the C-suite level. The role is hybrid based in New York, NY.
What you'll do
Provide executive oversight of the global Total Rewards function including compensation, benefits, payroll, and global mobility ensuring programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with company compensation philosophy
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Requirements
12+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, with significant time in senior roles spanning HR Operations, Total Rewards, and/or HR Transformation
Demonstrated experience leading or overseeing Total Rewards functions including compensation, benefits, and payroll in a global environment
Proven track record leading large-scale HRIS implementations or HR digital transformation initiatives
Strong knowledge of global labor law compliance and operational risk management
Experience building and scaling People processes in high-growth or complex, multi-regional environments
Strong executive presence and ability to influence and advise at the C-suite level
Track record of leading and developing HR teams across multiple functional areas
Clear, concise communicator who can simplify complexity and drive alignment across diverse stakeholder groups
Tech stack
HRISAIautomationPeople analytics
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