22 Oct
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Abdul Latif Jameel
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India
22 Oct
Abdul Latif Jameel
India
ABOUT Abdul Latif Jameel Abdul Latif Jameel… a place to realize your potential Through Respect, Continuous Improvement, Pioneering Spirit, and Empowerment, we are proud of our culture which sees ideas blossom, people thrive and success flourish. Abdul Latif Jameel is a global investor and 80-year-old network of internationally diversified businesses shaping the future of core sectors driving the global economy including Mobility, Energy, Environmental Services, Financial Services and Health; together with land & real estate development, logistics, electronics retailing and media services. Established in 1945 Abdul Latif Jameel has a presence in more than 35 countries employing over 11,000 people from more than 85 nationalities.
About the Role
The SGM – Total Rewards &OD; is responsible for supporting the implementation of the Total Rewards and Organizational Design (OD) strategies by translating frameworks into consistent, compliant, and cost-effective programs across ALJ entities. The role supports the Head of Total Rewards & OD in ensuring the efficient deployment of compensation, benefits, and reward policies, while enabling organization-wide design structures, job architecture, and structural change analytics. Working closely with HRBPs, the CoE, Finance, and business leaders, the SGM oversees delivery of benchmarking, reward cycle operations, pay communication, and supports OD initiatives such as spans and layers reviews, grading, structural realignment and recommendations, and job analysis. The role is key to maintaining fairness, transparency, and competitiveness in both compensation and organizational design governance.
Key Responsibilities
A. Strategic and Managerial Responsibilities Strategy and Planning
• Lead and monitor the performance of Total Rewards & OD initiatives, track milestones, and report progress to senior management.
• Translate strategic frameworks into operational plans and mobilize cross-functional teams to deliver on priorities.
• Contribute formulating the strategic framework. Policies & Processes
• Design and periodically update Total Rewards and OD policies, toolkits, and guidelines in line with market trends and business evolution and ensure that they are compliant.
• Develop governance frameworks for total rewards programs, grading systems, and job design principles. Risk Management
• Contribute to the HR risk management framework by identifying Total Rewards and OD-related risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Regularly assess risk exposure and report findings to senior stakeholders. Compliance
• Design controls and tracking systems for pay internal equity & external alignment, policy deviations, and compliance exposure.
• Proactively identify regulatory or legal risks in pay/benefits design and recommend mitigation. B. Core Responsibilities Compensation and Benefits Design & Delivery
• Lead the design and review of salary structures, allowance matrices,
and benefits packages – all total rewards instruments.
• Design & implement country – entity specific guidelines.
• Benchmark internal and external pay trends to ensure competitiveness and alignment.
• Oversee annual salary review, bonus, and benefits cycles in partnership with HRBPs and Finance. TR & OD Project Delivery
• Manage TR & OD projects end-to-end, including planning, execution oversight, stakeholder coordination, and postimplementation review.
• Oversee and respond to off-cycle and ad hoc Total Rewards or OD requests, ensuring alignment with governance, internal equity, and cost frameworks.
• Lead cross-entity task forces and ensure timely milestone achievement and interdepartmental collaboration.
• Prepare executive-level reporting packages and ensure alignment with business and HR leadership expectations. Job Evaluation & Organizational Design
• Drive the evolution and application of the job architecture framework across business units.
• Conduct job evaluations and structural alignment reviews using formal methodologies.
• Enable spans and layers optimization and structural realignment proposals in OD interventions. Performance– Reward Alignment
• Partner with Performance and Talent teams to ensure integration of performance outcomes with rewards programs and career paths.
• Ensure structural consistency and reward governance in recognition, retention, and promotion planning. Incentive Plan Management
• Design, implement, and refine short
- and long-term incentive plans aligned with business strategy.
• Monitor eligibility, KPI alignment, payout modeling, and budget impact. Budget Management
• Own total rewards for budgeting tools; oversee simulation, forecasting, and reconciliation processes.
• Provide executive analysis on cost drivers and budget adherence Data & Benchmarking
• Lead market survey participation and internal/external benchmarking.
• Prepare dashboards and analytics for Total Rewards decision-making.
JOB DESCRIPTION
INTERNAL Vendor & Stakeholder Management
• Manage consultants and providers (e.g. Mercer, WTW, benefits vendors) to ensure SLAs, data quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Serve as TR & OD focal point for entity HR, Finance, and Legal teams. C. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Expertise Enablement: Functional Influence
• Act as a senior subject matter expert and strategic enabler for Total Rewards and OD implementation across sectors and entities.
• Provide guidance to junior TR team members and HRBPs,
supporting their development through knowledge sharing and project collaboration. Collaboration & Culture
• Foster strong partnerships across HR Centers of Expertise and entity HR teams to ensure aligned and consistent delivery.
• Champion fairness, transparency, and equity as foundational principles in all reward and OD-related work. Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, or a related field. A higher degree, such as a Master's or MBA, is often preferred or advantageous.
• In-depth knowledge of TR & OD principles / Knowledge of compensation strategy, benefits design, job evaluation, and organizational design
• Expertise in designing and implementing related systems that align with business goals and foster employee development and engagement.
• Knowledge of job architecture and leveling frameworks to support career growth and internal mobility.
• A minimum of 8+ years in total rewards management & OD, preferably in a multinational or regional holding company setting with diverse business units.
• Proficiency in developing and using HR analytics platforms (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors, Power BI, or Hyperion) for compensation modeling, equity analysis, and structural diagnostics
• Skilled in Total Rewards project lifecycle management including project planning, milestone tracking, stakeholder engagement, and postimplementation reporting
• Competence in managing job evaluation and grading systems (e.g., Mercer IPE, Hay, WTW)
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills for reward budget impact simulations and incentive design
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to use data to drive decisions and measure the impact of rewards programs.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities to address complex compensation and benefits challenges within the organization.
• Demonstrated success in collaborating with other functions, business representatives, and HR leaders to develop and execute total rewards strategies aligned with business goals.
• Proficient English written and verbal communication skills.
WHAT WE OFFER
• Be part of a globally respected, family-owned organization with 80 years of pioneering history.
• Work across diverse cultures and geographies with real international exposure.
• Join a people-first culture built on Respect, Continuous Improvement, Pioneering Spirit, and Empowerment
• A rare opportunity to work side by side with a visionary Global CEO in a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment.
• A collaborative, ambitious, and values-driven culture that rewards ownership and excellence. READY TO MAKE YOUR MARK? If you are ready to grow, contribute, and realize your potential within one of the region's most respected organizations — we would love to hear from you. Apply now
📌 Senior General Manager, Total Rewards (India)
🏢 Abdul Latif Jameel
📍 India