Associate Manager - People Practice - Compensation & Benefits

Benefits:

- Administer employee benefits programs (medical insurance, annual health check up, leave, and other programs).

- Coordinate with service providers and brokers.

- Maintain accurate records of benefits data.

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

- Ensure statutory compliance with labour laws and benefits-related regulations.

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

- Collaborate with payroll and finance to ensure accurate deductions and timely remittances.

- Conduct regular benchmarking of company benefits against industry standards and best practices to ensure competitiveness.

- Collaborate with payroll team to review benefit trends, utilization rates, and seek feedback.

- Prepare reports and recommendations on benefit plan enhancements or cost optimization based on benchmarking insights.

- Partner with external consultants or industry networks to gather market data and update management on evolving benefits trends.

Rewards and Recognition:

- Drive monthly, quarterly, and annual recognition initiatives.

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

- Manage platforms, tools, and vendors related to R&R; ensure timely execution.

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

- Lead communications and awareness campaigns to build enthusiasm and visibility for R&R programs.

- Ensure equity and fairness across all recognition mechanisms; regularly audit and refine processes.

- Benchmark industry trends and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

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

- Draft and manage internal communication - emails, newsletters, intranet posts - to highlight milestone celebrations.

- Collaborate with procurement, vendors, and creative teams to design and deliver curated gifts or experiences.

- Maintain accurate records and dashboards for tracking upcoming anniversaries, dispatch status, and employee feedback.

- R&R Budget and utilization tracking.

Wellness:

- Plan and coordinate wellness initiatives including fitness challenges, health screenings, mental health sessions, webinars, and awareness drives.

Corp Tie-ups:

- Identify, evaluate, and establish strategic tie-ups with brands, service providers, and platforms across domains such as wellness, retail, travel, healthcare, fitness, and learning.

- Negotiate exclusive offers, discounts, and engagement benefits for employees.

- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (HR, Finance, Legal) to finalize contracts, pricing, and terms of engagement.

- Maintain a database of active partners and ensure timely renewal, reviews, and compliance checks.

- Track usage, feedback, and engagement metrics for each partnership to assess value and ROI.

- Support communication campaigns and calendar rollouts for partnership benefits across locations and employee groups.

Performance Management:

- Goals Setting process management for all Business Units, follow up and roll out communication to the new joiners.

Ideal Profile:

- Masters degree in HR from reputed institute.

- Atleast 6 years of HR experience with exposure to R&R and Benefits.

- 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.\