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EY- GDS – TAX – PAS – Workforce Advisory (WFA), Total Rewards – Manager

Managing global workforce in today’s fast changing and highly disrupted environment is becoming increasingly complex. As member of our WFA practice, you’ll be part of a team that support clients in aligning their HR function with the Organizational plans while keeping employee experience as one of the core considerations. When you join us, you will gain cross functional, multi industry and a truly global work experience to take your career in the right direction.

The opportunity

We are looking for Managers with expertise in Total Rewards to join the WFA team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be a part of a leading global professional services organisation whilst being instrumental in the growth of the WFA team.

Your key responsibilities:
Manage and grow the Total Rewards advisory services capability within the business, develop strong relations with global practices

Be a subject matter expert in one or more areas in the Rewards domain such as: Broad-based Compensation, Market Intelligence, Benefits Design, Incentive Pay Design, Job evaluation & Job Grading, Annual compensation & Incentive review

Design employee policies and employee benefit schemes for clients

Focus on improving employee performance by means of incentivization through performance and rewards program

Enable the development and growth of rewards practice

Support development of thought leadership, collaterals, tools, techniques, methodologies to enhance the Rewards organization and broader capability offering within the practice

Analyse performance metrics and provide specialty reporting and data analysis as required

Develop, review and apply global guidelines, frameworks, toolkits and methodologies that align with the business strategy and the vision of HR

Design, develop and implement end-to-end rewards program

Analyse performance metrics, provide specialty reporting and data analysis as required.

Identify trends, potential areas of non-compliance with legal requirements and opportunities for performance improvements within the rewards function

Develop, review and apply global guidelines, frameworks, toolkits and methodologies that align with the business strategy and the vision of HR

Successfully lead, motivate, coach and develop high performing individuals

Perform role of counsellor and coach, define and set goals, conduct performance reviews and ensure ongoing learning and development of the team

Implement strong people practices and policies; provide counselling support to individuals in the team for their learning and development, performance management and career growth

Drive effective client communication, cadence and build relations with client and project counterparts across global locations. Ensure to obtain excellent feedback from the client and global project counterparts

Skills and attributes for success:
High integrity and commitment to work in a new and challenging environment

Ability to manage ambiguity and be proactive

Strong communication and presentation skills

Cross cultural awareness and sensitivity

High energy levels, agility and adaptability

Open to travel nationally and internationally for client projects that are approved as per EY and country specific travel advisory guidelines

To qualify for the role, you must have

12 – 16 years of work experience in a leading consulting firm or compensation and benefits department of an organization in any industry

Large / Blue Chip experience

Involved in end-to-end rewards program – design, development and implementation

Exposure to short term and long-term incentive programs

Experienced team leader who has successfully led, motivated, coached and developed high performing teams

Complete understanding of benefits life cycle and designing of employee benefits schemes like traditional benefits, wellness programs, etc.

Ideally, you’ll also have

Complete knowledge of an organization’s job grade, pay structure, job family architecture, job evaluation and job mapping process

Ability to work with client stakeholders (middle management level) and gain support for people projects

Ability to analyse complex problems and to design and deliver insightful, practical and sustainable solutions.

Strong people management skills

Show proactiveness to solve client needs and ability to manage any ambiguity

Strong communication and presentation skills

Cross cultural awareness and sensitivity

Open to travel internationally on global projects

What we look for

Professionals who are independent, self-motivated, proactive, results-oriented and able to provide a high level of customer satisfaction through the delivery of world-class support services. Apart from day-to-day activities, the candidate is expected to be involved in strategic planning to grow the team.

Technical experts with commercial acumen, relevant experiences and high degree of enthusiasm to adapt and learn in a fast-moving environment

Professionals who are willing to work in an environment of continual professional development, drive to take on new responsibilities and projects and work experiences with clients across geographies

What working at EY offers

At EY, we’re dedicated to helping our clients, from start–ups to Fortune 500 companies — and the work we do with them is as varied as they are.

You get to work with inspiring and meaningful projects. Our focus is education and coaching alongside practical experience to ensure your personal development. We value our employees and you will be able to control your own development with an individual progression plan. You will quickly grow into a responsible role with challenging and stimulating assignments. Moreover, you will be part of an interdisciplinary environment that emphasizes high quality and knowledge exchange. Plus, we offer:

Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around

Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career

The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

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