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Warner Bros. Discovery

Manager, Total Rewards

Hyderabad, India

Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are...

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

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Your New Role

The Compensation and Benefits Manager, India will be a key member of the International Reward Team. The role will focus on activities associated with the design, delivery, and implementation of Reward programs in support of the WBD business strategies, specifically in India. It will work closely with P&C as a key partner to drive forward plan and program design in support of business strategy to attract and retain top talent.

Your Role Accountabilties

  • Completes in-depth analysis on regional Reward programs; conducts research, analyses data and identifies trends across Compensation and Benefits programs. Conducts data modeling, cost analysis and produces recommendations to support new initiatives or enhancements to existing plans.
  • Support in the roll-out and ongoing management of levels and salary structures across India, ensuring adoption across the business and maintenance of data integrity and best practice processes
  • Analyzes data and prepares job pricing recommendations for the Director for executive, complex or niche roles.
  • Responsible for harmonization of compensation and benefits programs - e.g. CTC structure, leave of absence/paid time off policies; insured benefits; other benefits like annual health screening, discounts & perks, etc.
  • Lead the benefit renewal process in India and Pakistan, ensures information about plan changes are tracked centrally and supports the annual benefits budget process.
  • Develop and cultivate relationships with key leaders in support of the successful implementation of Total Reward programs
  • Translates analysis into creative presentations and dashboards. Develops and delivers training / presentations to educate People & Culture and managers on Total Rewards initiatives.
  • Develops engaging communication materials to educate employees about C & B plans and initiatives and ensures information available on systems is accurate.
  • Direct management of an analyst.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Organisation: Excellent planning and prioritisation skills with proven ability to work with autonomy, multi-task and self-prioritise as needed, with a willingness to adapt quickly and pivot where priorities change.
  • Delivery: Strong organisational skills with the ability to see the bigger picture and design processes and operating practices that minimise risk and drive efficiency.
  • Project Management: Prior experience in delivering projects preferable.
  • Knowledge: In depth experience of Indian Benefits & Compensation, including the design, implementation, and governance of a breadth of programs, services, and systems. Specific knowledge of Shared Services or BPO and Technology compensation in India is vital to this role. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills required, with mathematical aptitude. As well as advanced Microsoft excel knowledge and Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint.
  • Stakeholder Management: Experience working with a variety of stakeholders at different seniority levels, with proven success in building effective relationships across the organisation in a complex matrixed environment to manage conflict and influence others.
  • Communication: Strong communication skills that are clear and engaging, tailoring their communication style effectively to their audience.
  • Collaboration: A global 'one team' mindset to support collaborative working across the team with a willingness to both take a lead or support role as needed.
  • Professionalism: Self-motivated and solution orientated, always displaying absolute discretion and confidentiality.

How We Get Things Done...

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

The Legal Bits...

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

If you're a qualified candidate and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.

Client-provided location(s): Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Job ID: Discovery-WAMEGLOBALR000077063EXTERNALENGLOBAL
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • FSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Company Outings
    • Snacks
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Sabbatical
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)