Head of GCC Total Rewards

Job Title- Head of Total Rewards, Global Capability Center

Position type- Full Time

Work Location- Gurgaon

Working style- Hybrid

GCF Level- P45/M45

Shift Time- 8AM to 5 PM/12PM to 9PM IST

People Manager role: Yes

Required education and certifications critical for the role-

Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of industry experience.

Required years of experience -

12+ years of relevant experience

AON IS IN THE BUSINESS OF BETTER DECISIONS

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are committed as one firm to our purpose, united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

INFORMATION ABOUT THE BUSINESS

Aon is a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement, and health solutions. Our colleagues provide clients in over 120 countries and sovereignties with advice and solutions that give them the clarity and confidence to make better decisions to protect and grow their business.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF ROLE:

We are looking for a Head of Total Rewards, Global Capability Center (GCC) to shape and deliver Total Rewards strategy for Aon's GCC locations. This role will partner with global and regional stakeholders to design competitive, scalable and locally relevant rewards programs aligned to Aon's enterprise Total Rewards philosophy. You will report into the Global Compensation Partner, ABS.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The colleague is responsible for:

• Adapt Aon's philosophy for each GCC location while maintaining enterprise and regional alignment.
• Establish a market monitoring process to inform rewards decisions and maintain a clear view of total rewards costs.
• Build rewards capability among GCC leadership, People Organization partners and key stakeholders.

• Ensure a clear GCC-specific Total Rewards philosophy is in place for each location, aligned to enterprise principles:
• Market competitiveness
• Pay-for-performance
• Alignment to business and shareholder outcomes
• Act as subject matter expert for GCC market intelligence, ensuring rewards remain competitive, scalable, and aligned to enterprise and region/companywide objectives.
• Partner with Global Centre of Excellence (COE) to analyse TR programs in relation to comparable industries and other benchmark data

• As a trusted advisor to GCC Leaders, HR, Talent Acquisition, and Finance consult on rewards decisions balancing cost optimization, market competitiveness and internal equity:
  • Offer recommendations and approvals
  • Promotions and internal movements
  • Off-cycle and complex compensation decisions
  • Rewards policies and processes

• Maintain knowledge of government regulations influencing TR
• Train and educate HR and the business on TR philosophy, programs and practices

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED :

• Subject matter expertise in total rewards, broad based compensation and governance, with an ability to demonstrate this knowledge to gain instant credibility
• Experience managing total rewards programs within a large multinational organisation. Experience supporting Global Capability Centers, shared services, or offshore delivery models preferred
• Strong stakeholder management skills in a global matrixed environment
• Ability to translate complex rewards topics into clear, practical guidance
• Strong communication, organisational and relationship-building skills

• Intermediate/advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

HOW WE SUPPORT OUR COLLEAGUES

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workforce. At Aon, we believe a diverse workforce is an innovative workforce. Our agile, inclusive environment allows colleagues to manage their wellbeing and work/life balance while empowering you to be your authentic self.

Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two Global Wellbeing Days each year, encouraging them to take time to focus on themselves. We offer a variety of workstyle options through our Smart Working model, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it!

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips colleagues to learn, share and grow, helping them achieve their fullest potential. As a result, Aon colleagues are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

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