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Senior Manager - Total Rewards | 5+YoE | BLR

Bangalore Urban Permanent View Job Description
We are looking for a Compensation & Benefits professional to lead the design and execution of rewards programs, including fixed pay, incentives, and equity-based compensation. This is a high-impact individual contributor role that combines strategic compensation design with hands-on execution in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
  • Shape rewards, compensation & ESOP programs in a high-growth fintech.
  • Partner with senior leadership and influence key talent and business decisions.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading technology-driven financial services organization that is redefining how consumers access digital financial products. Operating at scale, the company has built a strong presence across lending, payments, investments, and other consumer financial solutions, supported by a culture of innovation, data-driven decision-making, and high performance.

Job Description

Reporting into the Group HR leadership team, the incumbent will be responsible for driving both compensation strategy and execution across the organization.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing and evolving compensation frameworks aligned with business and talent objectives.
  • Managing salary structures, incentive plans, bonus programs, and equity/ESOP frameworks.
  • Conducting market benchmarking, compensation surveys, and competitive pay analysis.
  • Supporting annual and mid-year compensation review cycles, including increments, promotions, and variable payouts.
  • Partnering with Talent Acquisition teams on compensation fitments and offer structuring.
  • Driving pay governance, compensation analytics, and internal equity initiatives.
  • Evaluating and enhancing total rewards programs to improve employee engagement and retention.
  • Building compensation insights and presenting recommendations to HR and business leadership.
  • Ensuring compliance with applicable compensation, taxation, and governance requirements.
  • Supporting internal talent movements and compensation transitions across teams and business units.

The Successful Applicant

We're looking for someone who has:

  • MBA/PGDM from a premier institute.
  • 5+ years of post-MBA experience in Compensation & Benefits, Rewards, or Total Rewards.
  • Strong exposure to compensation design and administration within consumer internet, fintech, financial services, NBFC, asset management, or other high-growth organizations.
  • Hands-on experience managing ESOPs or long-term incentive programs is mandatory.
  • Proven expertise in market benchmarking, salary structuring, and compensation analytics.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with comfort working extensively with data.
  • Ability to influence senior stakeholders and communicate complex compensation concepts effectively.
  • Experience in strategic compensation design rather than predominantly payroll, administration, or HR operations-focused roles.

What's on Offer

  • Highly competitive compensation package with fixed pay, equity participation, and comprehensive benefits.
  • Opportunity to work in a fast-growing organization with strong business momentum and leadership visibility.
  • Significant ownership and autonomy in shaping rewards philosophy and compensation programs.
  • Exposure to senior leadership and strategic people decisions.
  • Based in Bengaluru with a collaborative, in-office work environment.



If this role fits your experience, feel free to apply.

Quote job ref
JN-092026-7112104

Job summary

Function
Human Resources
Sub Sector
Compensation & Benefits
What is your area of specialisation?
Financial Services
Location
Bangalore Urban
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-092026-7112104

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.