MANAGER PEOPLE PRACTICE - Compensation and Benefits

Must have:

6-12 years of experience in Compensation & Benefits, with exposure to global benefits management

Experience in vendor management and benefits program implementation

Preferred: Global Benefits, Benefits benchmarking, Rewards and Recognition. Strong understanding of benefits frameworks across multiple geographies (APAC, Middle East,UK, US preferred)

Benefits

1. Benchmark benefits programs against market trends and ensure competitiveness across regions

2. Administer employee benefits programs (medical insurance, annual health checkup, leave, and other programs).

3. Partner with leadership to evolve benefits in line with workforce needs and organizational growth

4. Lead the design, rollout, and harmonization of benefits programs across geographies (health, wellness, insurance, retirement, leave policies, etc.)

5. Manage global and regional benefits vendors, brokers, and consultants

6. Drive new initiatives such as flexible benefits, wellness programs, and employee assistance programs

7. Ensure all benefits programs comply with local labor laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements

8. Monitor regulatory changes and proactively update policies

9. Establish governance frameworks for benefits administration

10. Collaborate with HRBPs, finance, legal, and leadership teams across regions

11. Act as the central point of contact for global benefits queries and escalations

12. Drive leadership alignment on benefits strategy and investments

13. Maintain accurate records of benefits data.

14. Prepare reports and analytics on benefits utilization, cost trends, and basis feedback propose new solution.

15. Assist in benefits communication?create awareness campaigns, FAQs, and walkthroughs for members.

Rewards and Recognition

1. Drive monthly, quarterly, and annual recognition initiatives

2. Collaborate with internal stakeholders (PP POCs, business units, communications, etc.) to ensure seamless program implementation and alignment with culture goals.

3. Track key metrics such as participation, feedback, and impact of recognition programs; prepare dashboards and executive summaries.

4. Manage the Long Service Anniversary calendar and ensure timely identification of eligible employees based on tenure milestones (e.g., 5, 10, 15 years).

Wellness

• Plan and coordinate wellness initiatives including fitness challenges, health screenings, mental health sessions, webinars, and awareness drives
• Masters degree in HR from reputed institute
• Atleast 5 years of HR experience with exposure to Benefits and R&R
• Previous experience working in a Mid-size IT Services company
• Must have positive and professional verbal and written communication skills and maintain excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical and operational skills
• A positive, can-do and pragmatic approach to challenges and complexity
• Approachable and responsive resource able to connect with employees at all levels
• Strong interest in innovative HR solutions and process improvement
• Detailed-oriented with excellent organizational & documentation skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft office tools and Canva