Compensation Specialist

Nasdaq; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Nasdaq is seeking a Compensation Specialist for its Mumbai technology center in India. The role focuses on ensuring equitable and competitive compensation programs aligned with Nasdaq's global philosophy. You will support HR Business Partners and guide compensation decisions across the business.

We value analytical rigor, collaboration, and experience in compensation/total rewards. The position reports to the Senior Director, Compensation and is based in Mumbai.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years overall experience with at least 3–4 years in compensation/total rewards.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to build models and interpret data.
• Proven ability to partner with HR and business stakeholders across a global organization.
• Clear communicator with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance to HR Business Partners on compensation programs.
• Review market pricing and make compensation recommendations.
• Conduct advanced analyses and modeling to support pay decisions.
• Develop and maintain compensation administration guidelines and education materials.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Finance/Business

Tools

HR platforms

Benchmarking tools

Job description

Nasdaq is looking for a passionate Specialist, with focus on Compensation Management, to join the Mumbai technology center in India. If innovation and effectiveness drive you forward this is the place for you!

Nasdaq is continuously revolutionizing markets and undergoing transformations while we adopt new technologies to develop innovative solutions, constantly aiming to rewrite tomorrow. As a Compensation Specialist reporting to Senior Director, Compensation, you\'ll play a meaningful role in ensuring Nasdaq\'s compensation programs are equitable, competitive, and aligned with our global philosophy. You\'ll bring analytical rigor and subject matter expertise to support HR Business Partners and guide sound compensation decisions across the business.

You\'ll thrive in this position if you\'re detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about using data to inform fair and strategic people decisions.

With this position we offer:

Join the Total Rewards team which is a branch of People @Nasdaq organization, where you will work alongside Compensation professionals to help deliver, enhance, and scale Nasdaq’s competitive compensation programs.

Role Responsibilities -

As a Compensation Specialist, your will meaningful role in ensuring Nasdaq\'s compensation programs are equitable, competitive, and aligned with our global philosophy. Besides working closely with your colleagues in Mumbai, you will also work closely with Nasdaq teams in other countries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical guidance and consultation to HR Business Partners on compensation programs and policies.
• Review market pricing and compensation decisions to ensure alignment with best practices and internal guidelines.
• Conduct advanced analyses and modeling to support compensation recommendations aligned with our pay philosophy.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of compensation administration guidelines and education materials.

We expect you to have:

• Over all Experience of 5 to 8yrs with at least 3 to 4 years of experience in compensation, total rewards, or a related HR function.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to build models, interpret data, and communicate findings clearly.
• Proven ability to partner with HR and business stakeholders across a matrixed, global organization.
• Clear communicator with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Education Qualification: Bachelor\'s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

It would be great if you:

• Working towards a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation or equivalent.
• Experience in financial services, fintech, or a similarly regulated industry.
• Familiarity with compensation benchmarking tools or HR platforms.
• Experience in year end management cycle.

Does it sound like you?

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.

About Nasdaq: Nasdaq is a leading global provider of trading, clearing, exchange technology, listing, information, and public company services. As the creator of the world\'s first electronic stock market, its technology powers more than 100 marketplaces in 50 countries. Nasdaq is home to over 4,000 total listings with a market value of approximately $12 trillion.

To learn more, about our business visit business.nasdaq.com . Check out more about our Life at Nasdaq.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.