Alexander Wang Coordinator, Human Resources

Alexander Wang Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clothing allowance

Discounted merchandise

Healthcare (medical/dental/vision)

FSA & Commuter benefits

401(k) with employer match

Summer Fridays

Job summary

Alexander Wang Inc. is seeking a Coordinator, Human Resources to provide true support for the HR team, including the SVP, and to support our store network and international offices.

This role involves confidential handling of employee information, and growth opportunities across HR functions within the first year. You will manage calendars, coordinate interviews, assist with onboarding, participate in communications, and help with policy, safety, and HR systems tasks while exploring smarter

Qualifications

• 1+ year of HR experience required; retail and fashion a plus.
• Excellent writing and communication skills required.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple calendars.
• Absolute discretion with confidential information and willingness to sign confidentiality agreement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; comfort using AI tools; eager to learn ADP Workforce Now, Workable, LinkedIn Learning.
• Willingness to travel periodically to store locations.

Responsibilities

• Administrative & Executive Support for SVP and HR team; handle calendars and logistics.
• Recruitment & Onboarding support: schedule candidates, screenings, interviews, reference checks, and new hire paperwork.
• Retail & Store support: assist stores with HR needs and visit stores periodically.
• Communications & Engagement: support trainings, newsletters, events, and guest speaker activities.
• Policy, Compliance & Safety: serve as first point of contact for policy questions and safety adherence.
• Systems, Records & Analytics: maintain org charts, HR files, I-9s, and immigration case tracker; support open enrollment.

Skills

HR experience

Strong writing

Excellent organizational skills

Discretion/confidentiality

High EQ

Travel to stores

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Workable

LinkedIn Learning

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Title: Coordinator, Human Resources

Reporting To: SVP, Global Human Resources

SUMMARY

This role is true support for HR team at alexanderwang, inclusive of the SVP, Global Human Resources, the Manager, People & Talent Operations, and Sr Manager, Payroll & Benefits. This role will be responsible for the foundational work that keeps HR running day to day, including support for our network of stores and our international offices. Confidentiality and discretion are paramount as the role will have access to sensitive employee information. The first year is dedicated to learning our business fundamentals, and supporting the team well with real room to grow further into HR.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrative & Executive Support

• Manage the calendar for the SVP, Global Human Resources, and coordinate conference room setup and day-to-day office logistics.
• Greet employees and visitors, handle general administrative tasks as needed, and support HR presentation development, including year-end recaps and data summaries.

Recruitment & Onboarding Support

• Schedule candidates, screen applicants, coordinate interviews, and conduct reference checks.
• Prepare logistics letters and handle employee verification and new hire paperwork - including I-9 verification, ID cards, and workstation setup in partnership with IT on equipment needs.

Retail & Store Support

• Serve as a support point for our network of stores on HR needs, and make periodic store visits to build real fluency in how our stores run.

Communications & Engagement

• Send corporate communications after SVP approval, produce the HR newsletter, support employee training agendas, and support execution of employee engagement and special events, including guest speaker panels and community-building initiatives.

Policy, Compliance & Safety

• Serve as employees' first point of contact for policy and procedure questions, and support adherence to safety protocols across our offices and stores.

Systems, Records & Analytics

• Partner with the Manager, People & Talent Operations on keeping org charts current, and maintain ADP employee data and HR files, including retention of personnel records, I-9s, training documentation, and the immigration case tracker.
• Field routine employee benefits questions and support the Sr Manager, Payroll & Benefits with administrative needs during open enrollment; partner with Legal on statutory or required learning, and with our international HR contacts on cross-border HR coordination.

Internship & General Support

• Follow up on internship program logistics and payroll, pitch in on Facilities needs, support employee equipment and supply orders, and look for ways to streamline HR administrative processes - including where AI can help the team work smarter.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V

In compliance with the New York City salary transparency requirements, the potential salary for this position is from $75,000 to $80,000 which represents a range commensurate with experience, knowledge, and skills required.

Requirements

• 1+ year of HR experience required; working knowledge of retail and fashion a plus.
• Works with a sense of urgency - dependable, timely, and comfortable interfacing with senior leadership at any given time, with high EQ and professional maturity.
• Absolute discretion with confidential information - employee relations, immigration, and compensation data - and willingness to sign a confidentiality agreement as a condition of the role.
• Excellent organizational skills and comfort managing multiple senior leaders' calendars and priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort leveraging AI day to day, with genuine interest in helping the team find smarter ways to work; willingness to learn ADP Workforce Now, Workable, and LinkedIn Learning.
• Strong writing skills, and comfort traveling periodically to store locations.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Clothing allowance & discounted merchandise
• Healthcare (medical/dental/vision) coverage
• Flexible spending account (FSA) & Commuter benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with employer match
• Summer Fridays