Compensation & Benefits Director

Our Story

We make modern classics with character. We believe in true timelessness, the integrity of well-made clothes, and since our inception, great quality at a great price. That's in our DNA.

But, we know it's not only about the clothes-it's about the feeling it gives the people who wear them, whether they're confidently giving a presentation in a well-tailored suit; basking in long salty beach days in vibrant, colorful sun-soaked swimsuits, or joyfully re-discovering their favorite Rollneck sweater in their closet again and again, season after season.

And ultimately, it's about helping our customers be the best, most authentic versions of themselves.

And that's what we're after, to inspire people's lives and style.

Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.

As a key member of the Total Rewards leadership team, the Compensation & Benefits Director will lead the execution of JCG's FY25 compensation and benefits strategy. The individual in this role is a strong people leader, project manager, and will help shape impactful and equitable rewards strategies that attract and retain top talent. This role reports directly to the VP, Total Rewards & HR Systems.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing compensation and benefits team
• Drive team engagement and foster an inclusive workplace culture
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, customer service, and commitment to excellence
• Foster a culture of operational excellence by promoting best practices, standardization, and scalability of processes
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance productivity and optimize resource allocation across the team
• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of company-wide initiatives ensuring alignment with strategic goals
• Lead the creation of employee communications ensuring rewards programs are easily understood
• Partner closely with Internal Communications and HRBPs to ensure communications are shared across different business units and international locations
• Work closely with VP, Total Rewards to ensure rewards programs are competitive and cost-effective
• Manage relationships with external vendors and services providers to ensure delivery of high-quality services
• Continuously monitor industry trends and best practices to ensure competitiveness of JCG awards
• Oversee annual compensation and benefits processes - i.e., annual benefits open enrollment process, and annual compensation review process
• Lead all aspects of compensation and benefits market analysis, benchmarking, and trend identification
• Responsible for accurate and timely administration of JCGs 401k Plan
• Key contributor to the development and refinement of JCG's well-being strategy
• Direct and oversee collaborations with Finance, People Team, Store Operations, Legal, and other teams to monitor and implement incentive compensation programs, equity compensation matters, salary/compensation structure adjustments, pay equity and transparency analyses, and other wage-related compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal requirements
• Provide subject matter expertise to key stakeholders (HRBPS, Talent Acquisition, Business leads, etc.)

Who You Are

• A collaborative partner who excels at building relationships across teams fostering trust and alignment to drive shared goals
• You have strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with various stakeholders, both domestically and internationally.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex compensation concepts into clear, actionable insights for different audiences.
• Experience leading or managing projects that involve both domestic and international components
• Knowledge of compensation laws (i.e., Fair Labor Standards Act, Equal Pay Act, and other relevant state and local laws), regulations, and best practices
• Proficiency in systems like Workday (HRIS) and Fidelity (HSA, FSA, 401k administration)
• 10+ years of experience in compensation and benefits planning and administration
• 5+ years of experience in a people management role
• Experience in a high-growth, fast-paced company.
• Highly organized, results-oriented and works with a sense of urgency
• Advanced Excel skills (vlookups, pivot tables, data analysis)
• Professional HR/Compensation/Benefits certifications are a plus

We welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We're always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams.

Benefits + Perks

• Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.
• Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That's why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
• Flex Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday year-round.
• Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
• Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.

Note: Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.

Salary Range: $152,800.00 - $191,000.00

At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company's size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group's competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.

One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds.

JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.