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Senior Compensations Analyst

JD 7

At #Cognizant, we have an ideal opportunity for you to be part of one of the largest companies in the digital industry worldwide. A company where we look for people who contribute new ideas, experiencing a dynamic and growing environment. At Cognizant, we promote an inclusive culture where we value different perspectives.

We are currently looking for a Senior Compensations Analyst to join our growing team.

What you´ll do

As a Compensations Analyst, you will design, implement, and manage compensation programs to attract and retain top talent. You will conduct market research, analyze data, and ensure compliance with regulations to maintain competitive and fair compensation practices.

What do we value?

People with initiative and responsibility, who have strong analytical skills, good communication abilities, and excellent attention to detail. We will also value individuals who are proactive and have a strong understanding of compensation structures and benefits.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage compensation for LATAM. Experience in other countries is valuable.
  • Engage effectively with internal stakeholders.
  • Manage merit and bonus cycles at a regional level.
  • Conduct salary surveys, answer surveys, and model new salary ranges.
  • Benchmark and structure salary proposals for RFPs and RFIs.
  • Handle collective bargaining agreements (labor unions) primarily for Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina.
  • Manage job moves, offcycles, and promotions to align salaries in compliance with our policies.
  • Conduct gender pay equity analysis..
  • Manage profit-sharing (PPR) for Brazil and Mexico.
  • Integrate compensation structures post-merger (M&A harmonization).
  • Manage compensation for international assignments (expatriation process).
  • Provide payroll inputs and experience with HCM systems (Workday is a plus).

Necessary skills and experience required

  • At least 4 years of experience in compensation analysis or a related field.
  • Strong technical knowledge of compensation structures, job evaluation methods, and market analysis.
  • Hands-on experience with compensation management software and HRIS systems.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • English proficiency: Upper intermediate and above.
  • Excel proficiency: strong Excel skills are essential, including:
    • Pivot Tables: handling large datasets.
    • VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH: comparing salary and market data.
    • IF formulas: used for modeling.
    • People budget planning experience is a plus.
    • Data analytics familiarity with Macro, Pivot Query, BI & SQL is a plus.

    Why Cognizant?

    • A career in one of the largest and fastest growing IT services providers worldwide.
    • Ongoing support and funding with training and development plans.
    • Opportunity to work for leading global companies.
    • Our work environment is diverse, collaborative and inclusive. We create conditions for everyone to thrive.
    • A highly competitive salary and great benefits, such as OSDE for you and your primary family group, annual bonus and many other benefits that we are going to share during the selection process.

    Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina.
    Shift: Full time.

    Are you ready?

    Join our team!

    The Cognizant community:
    We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

    • Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
    • We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
    • We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
    • We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

    About us:
    Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

    Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
    Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

    Disclaimer: 
    Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

    Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

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