Job Description

The Lead- Total Rewards & Policies will lead the design, governance, and execution of the organisation's total rewards strategy in India
Key ResponsibilitiesCompensation & Rewards Strategy

• Design and implement a comprehensive total rewards strategy aligned with business objectives and market competitiveness.
• Conduct compensation benchmarking and participate in salary surveys to maintain internal equity and external parity.
• Lead annual compensation planning, including merit cycles, pay structures, and incentive programs.
• Develop and oversee short-term and long-term incentive plans, ensuring linkage to performance outcomes and organizational goals.

Job Evaluation & Grading

• Establish and maintain a job evaluation and grading framework to ensure consistency, transparency, and fairness in role alignment.
• Conduct role reviews and internal audits to maintain alignment between job responsibilities and compensation levels.

Benefits & Employee Well-being

• Oversee the design and administration of employee benefits programs, including insurance, wellness, and retirement benefits.
• Evaluate and recommend enhancements to improve employee engagement and retention.
• Bring In-depth understanding of benefits administration, including statutory and voluntary benefits.

HR Policy Design & Governance

• Lead the formulation, review, and governance of HR policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with local legislation and global HR frameworks.
• Ensure full compliance with labour laws, tax regulations, and compensation disclosure requirements.
• Act as the custodian of HR policy communication, version control, and audit readiness.

HR Analytics & Reporting

• Drive the use of data and analytics to provide insights on pay equity, workforce cost trends, and reward effectiveness.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for management reviews and board submissions.

Opportunity to lead the total rewards strategyStrategic role
Skills, Education & Experience

• Postgraduate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Over 10-12 years of total HR experience with at least 7-10 years specializing in Total Rewards, Compensation & Benefits, and HR Policy.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing global or large-scale compensation frameworks.
• Strong exposure to benchmarking, job evaluation methodologies (e.g., Mercer, Hay, Willis Towers Watson).
• Experience in policy design and governance, particularly in complex or matrixed organizations.
• Knowledge of HR systems (Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM) and reporting tools.
• Strong understanding of global mobility frameworks, equity programs, and executive compensation.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to partner with CXOs and business heads on compensation decisions.
• Skilled in change management, with a track record of driving compensation and policy transformations.
• Experience managing rewards communication and stakeholder engagement across diverse employee groups.

Client is a leading developer and operator of high-quality real estate assets

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities to work in a leading organization.
• Professional development and career growth prospects.
• Comprehensive benefits to support personal and professional well-being.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply now.

Skills Required