Senior Human Resources Specialist - Total Rewards

Role Overview: ZS is looking for a Senior HR Specialist - Total Rewards to join their global HR team. In this role, you will be responsible for shaping and executing ZS's compensation and benefits strategy to ensure competitiveness and alignment with business priorities. You will collaborate with HR Business Partners, corporate functions, and business leaders to provide data-driven insights and innovative solutions for attracting, retaining, and motivating top talent. Key Responsibilities: - Lead and support bi-annual compensation cycles (merit and bonus) with accuracy, process efficiency, and alignment with firmwide principles. - Provide expert consultation on complex compensation matters like job evaluations, promotions, and retention actions. - Analyze and present compensation insights, trends, and recommendations to senior stakeholders. - Support the design, evaluation, and administration of employee benefits programs including health, insurance, and wellness offerings. - Collaborate with vendors and brokers to ensure competitiveness and employee satisfaction in benefits programs. - Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, data integrity, and consistent execution of Total Rewards programs. - Act as a trusted advisor to HR and business leaders on compensation and benefits strategy. - Mentor junior team members and champion continuous improvement and innovation in Total Rewards processes. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in a relevant field. - 8+ years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits in a global or professional services organization. - Deep understanding of compensation and benefits landscape in India. - Proven ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders using data and storytelling. - Strong analytical skills with advanced MS Excel modeling and data manipulation skills. - Excellent communication and presentation skills. - Global compensation experience and/or experience in a professional services or tech environment preferred. - Professional certifications such as CCP, PHR, or SHRM-CP are a plus. - Fluency in English. - Client-first mentality, intense work ethic, collaborative spirit, and problem-solving approach. Additional Company Details: ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth, and professional development. They promote a flexible and connected way of working, empowering employees to thrive individually and as global team members. ZS values diversity, inclusion, and belonging and encourages applicants to bring their unique selves to work. Note: To complete the application, candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An online application with a full set of transcripts is required for consideration.,