Compensation Specialist

Company Description Bosch Global Software Technologies Private Limited is a 100 owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH one of the world s leading global supplier of technology and services offering end-to-end Engineering IT and Business Solutions With over 28 200 associates it s the largest software development center of Bosch outside Germany indicating that it is the Technology Powerhouse of Bosch in India with a global footprint and presence in the US Europe and the Asia Pacific region Key Result Areas KRAs Compensation Strategy and Planning Support in developing and implementing compensation strategies and structures aligned with the organization s policies while considering local market conditions in India Work on competitive benchmarking and analysis of compensation packages to ensure the company remains competitive in the market Collaborate with senior HR leadership to help define and implement pay philosophy and merit increase guidelines Salary Structure Design Review and recommend actions to align internal pay practices with external market data creating and maintaining a structured salary scale Define hiring ranges for various cohorts to support talent acquisition team in line with organizational objectives Compensation Data Management Reporting Lead and manage the compensation survey participation process ensuring accurate data submission Provide in-depth analysis and reporting on compensation data including pay equity market competitiveness internal consistency and regulatory compliance Participate and contribute in annual compensation budgets and work with finance teams to ensure alignment with financial goals Create and manage compensation dashboards as per business goals with regular consulting insights provided to HR Leadership teams on possible actions to be taken at appropriate times Compliance and Regulatory Oversight Ensure adherence to local and global company policies particularly in India Participate and contribute to statutory reporting requirements related to compensation including compliance with government wage regulations and tax structures Total Rewards Program Management Manage reward programs ensuring alignment with organizational goals and culture with special focus on employee satisfaction and retention in the Indian market Collaborate with the benefits team to design comprehensive total rewards packages that include base pay bonuses and benefits Drive harmonization and alignment among various organization entities as per guidance provided by leadership Stakeholder Management and Advisory Act as a trusted advisor to senior management business leaders and HR partners on compensation-related matters Provide guidance and support to local HR teams in India regarding compensation decisions negotiations and compensation philosophy alignment Work closely with shared service s teams to enable equip them to support compensation processes Help build the Compensation Shared Services concept for India Technology System Implementation Lead or support the implementation of compensation management systems integrating them with HRIS for seamless data management Ensure effective use of technology to streamline compensation processes reporting and analytics Employee Communication and Education Develop and deliver communication materials and sessions to enhance employee understanding of compensation-related matters Create FAQs for critical compensation processes to enable business managers Essential Job Requirements Educational Qualifications A Bachelor s degree in Human Resources Business Administration A Master s degree or certification in Compensation and Benefits e g CCP - Certified Compensation Professional is preferred Experience 7 years of experience in compensation management ideally within a multinational organization or a large enterprise with a focus on India and its labor laws Proven experience in designing and implementing compensation structures conducting salary benchmarking and handling compensation-related queries at a strategic level Basic understanding of compensation policies labor laws tax regulations and market trends in India along with exposure to global compensation frameworks Rewards consulting experience would be a plus Key Skills Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize large volumes of compensation data and present insights to senior leadership Proficiency in compensation management software preferably SAP and advanced Excel skills including pivot tables VLOOKUP etc Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to influence and collaborate with various stakeholders including senior management HR partners and external vendors Strong project management skills with experience in implementing compensation processes or system enhancements Knowledge and work experience with managing data analytics with Python and R would be a plus Knowledge Strong understanding of the Indian job market competitive compensation trends and relevant government regulations and statutory requirements Knowledge of global compensation and benefits practices and how to adapt them for local execution in India Behavioral Competencies Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and the ability to align compensation strategies with business objectives Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity Solution-oriented with the ability to resolve complex compensation issues effectively Self-motivated collaborative and able to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment Qualifications B E B Tech MBA Additional Information 7-10 years