Staff Compensation & Benefits Analyst
Staff Compensation & Benefits Analyst
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Position Summary:
The position will be responsible for developing implementing and administering the companys compensation and benefits policies and programs. This role requires a deep understanding of Indias statutory requirements market trends and best practices to ensure competitive cost-effective and compliant benefits offerings.
The position will analyze employee demographics assess risk exposure and recommend strategic enhancements to optimize the employee experience. Additionally the incumbent will play a key role in supporting the regional Compensation & Benefits (C&B) Center of Excellence (COE) by providing insights ensuring alignment with global policies and driving local execution.
Scope of Responsibilities:
Benefits Strategy & Administration
- Design implement and manage employee benefits programs including but not limited to healthcare insurance retirement plans wellness initiatives and leave policies.
- Ensure alignment of benefits programs with global and regional total rewards philosophy while balancing affordability and competitiveness.
- Administer and communicate benefits policies features and enrollment requirements ensuring employees have a clear understanding of available offerings.
- Analyze employee demographics risk exposure and cost containment strategies to recommend enhancements to benefits programs.
- Ensure compliance with all Indian labor laws (e.g. Provident Fund Gratuity ESIC) and adapt programs based on regulatory changes.
Compensation & Market Intelligence
- Gather local market intelligence and analyze salary and benefits trends to support recommendations.
- Participate in compensation and benefits surveys to benchmark the companys competitive position in the market.
- Support the annual salary review process ensuring salary adjustments conform to established guidelines.
- Provide insights and recommendations on pay-for-performance strategies salary structures and benefits optimization.
Employee Communication & Engagement
- Develop and manage employee FAQs communication materials and training sessions to improve benefits understanding and utilization.
- Communicate complex compensation and benefits information in a clear and accessible manner to employees and senior management.
- Address employee inquiries related to benefits and ensure a positive employee experience.
Vendor & Stakeholder Management
- Serve as the primary liaison with insurance providers brokers and third-party vendors ensuring efficient claims processing and service quality.
- Partner with HR Finance and Legal teams to ensure alignment between benefits programs and overall business objectives.
- Enhance internal and external relationships networking with industry peers and experts to stay updated on trends.
Process Improvement & Regional Collaboration
- Support annual compensation and benefits events including the annual insurance benefits renewal.
- Plan and implement changes to compensation and benefits programs ensuring smooth transitions and alignment with organizational goals.
- Drive automation and process improvements in benefits administration.
- Provide internal training and mentoring to Human Resource colleagues business leaders people managers and employees to promote understanding and appropriate utilization of C&B programs
- Contribute to the regional Compensation & Benefits COE supporting APAC countries as needed.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelors Degree in Accountancy Finance Human Resources or related field
Minimum of 8 years of specialized C&B experience preferably in the area of Benefits in an MNC.
Strong knowledge of Indian compensation and benefits regulations labor laws and tax compliance.
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills with the ability to communicate complex matters to different audiences effectively.
High level of integrity attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information
Excellent analytical problem-solving and project management skills.
Results-driven team player who can function effectively and independently in a fast-paced dynamic environment
Experience working with HRIS and compensation & benefits tools (e.g. Workday Mercer Radford).
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always prioritized openness collaboration and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
