Assistant Manager, Compensation & Benefits

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Job Overview

The Senior Specialist, Compensation & Benefits will support the implementation and administration of compensation and benefits programs for Disney’s Technology Center in Bangalore. This role will work closely with the HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and Finance teams to ensure alignment with global and regional Total Rewards strategies. The position will contribute to market benchmarking, compensation planning, and compliance efforts, while also supporting communication and education initiatives for employees and leaders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in day-to-day compensation administration including job evaluations, salary offers, and internal equity reviews
• Support annual compensation processes such as merit increases, bonus programs, and long-term incentives
• Conduct market benchmarking and analysis to ensure competitiveness and alignment with business needs
• Ensure compliance with local compensation and benefits regulations
• Prepare reports and dashboards for compensation and benefits -related metrics and trends
• Collaborate with HR and business stakeholders to address compensation and benefits queries and provide guidance
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of C&B operations
• Support communication and training efforts related to compensation and benefits programs
• Support the execution of local benefits programs including health & risk insurance, wellness initiatives, and retirement plans, etc.
• Coordinate with the Regional Benefits team to ensure timely rollout and localization of benefits offerings
• Assist in tracking and documenting legislative changes impacting employee benefits in India
• Maintain benefits-related data accuracy in HR systems and support audits and compliance checks
• Work with GHRO to provide responses to employee inquiries and escalate complex cases to the Senior Manager or Regional Benefits team
• Participate in benefits benchmarking exercises and contribute to reporting and analysis
• Work in close collaborate with HR Operations and Payroll to ensure smooth administration of benefits processes

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in compensation and/or benefits within the Indian market, and High Tech Industry experience a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field required; Relevant certification preferred
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with attention to detail
• Familiarity with compensation structures, benchmarking methodologies, and regulatory frameworks
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP, Workday, or similar systems is a plus
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information
• Team-oriented with a proactive and solution-focused mindset

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience gained within an international, matrixed organization)
• Relevant certification preferred

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.