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Role Overview : We are seeking a strategic and results-driven professional to lead our Global Pay for Performance (GPP) program. This individual will oversee the global performance management framework, align variable pay with enterprise-wide KPIs, and drive a culture of meritocracy and performance-based rewards. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of compensation structures, business-linked KPIs, performance evaluation models, and global reward governance. Key Responsibilities : 1. Strategy and Design Lead the design, implementation, and evolution of the Global Pay for Performance (GPP) framework. Align performance metrics with corporate, regional, and functional goals to ensure cross-border consistency and impact. Collaborate with Finance and Business Leaders to define global KPI scorecards tied to variable pay outcomes. 2. Performance Evaluation Framework Oversee the definition and calibration of KPIs for different business units and employee levels globally. Create and run governance models for performance assessments across geographies. Standardize performance rating normalization processes and ensure fairness and transparency. 3. Compensation & Rewards Execution Anchor the end-to-end cycle for variable pay – including budgeting, performance rating analysis, payout calculation, communication, and distribution. Monitor market trends and benchmarks to ensure competitiveness of performance-linked pay structures. Design and execute annual payout simulations and impact analyses in partnership with Finance and HRBPs. 4. Governance, Analytics & Compliance Develop GPP policies, guardrails, and audit-ready documentation for payouts and eligibility. Provide analytics-driven insights to leadership on payout trends, performance distribution, and ROI. Ensure compliance with country-specific employment and tax regulations related to variable compensation. 5. Technology & Systems Partner with HRIS / Rewards systems teams to automate and digitize GPP processes. Ensure data integrity, dashboarding, and accurate reporting across all GPP modules. Key Requirements : Experience : 12–18 years in HR, Total Rewards, or Compensation & Benefits; at least 5 years in a leadership role managing performance-based variable pay programs globally. Education : MBA in HR / Finance or equivalent. Certifications in Compensation or Performance Management preferred. Technical Skills : Strong knowledge of KPI-based compensation design, analytics, Excel modeling, OR enterprise tools like SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, Oracle HCM. Business Acumen : Deep understanding of business-linked performance metrics and the ability to interface with CXOs, finance heads, and functional leaders. Soft Skills : Strategic thinking, governance mindset, influencing skills, and the ability to manage ambiguity across global geographies. Show more Show less
