Compensation & Benefits Specialist

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Compensation & Benefits Specialist to design, implement, and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs across our offices. This role ensures alignment with our business goals, compliance with local regulations, and supports our ability to attract, retain, and motivate top talent worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compensation Strategy & Analysis
  • Design and administer compensation structures, salary bands, and incentive programs.
  • Conduct market benchmarking and salary surveys to ensure competitiveness.
  • Support annual compensation review cycles, including merit increases, bonuses, and equity awards.
• Benefits Administration
  • Manage benefits programs including health, wellness, retirement, and insurance plans.
  • Evaluate and recommend enhancements to benefits offerings based on employee needs and market trends.
  • Partner with local HR teams and vendors to ensure effective delivery and compliance.
• Compliance & Governance
  • Ensure compensation and benefits practices comply with local labor laws and tax regulations.
  • Maintain documentation and audit processes for internal and external compliance.
• Data & Reporting
  • Analyze compensation and benefits data to identify trends and provide actionable insights.
  • Prepare reports and dashboards for HR leadership and business stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Act as a subject matter expert for HR Business Partners and Talent Acquisition teams.
  • Support mobility and expatriate compensation programs as needed.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in compensation and/or benefits, preferably in a global or multinational environment.
• Strong knowledge of international compensation practices and benefits regulations.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Certification such as CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) or CEBS (Certified Employee Benefit Specialist) is a plus.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience working across multiple regions (e.g., India, Americas & Europe).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity.

Why do we exist?

Students are working harder than ever before to stabilize their future. Our recent research study called State of the Student shows that nearly 3 out of 4 students are working to support themselves through college and 1 in 3 students feel pressure to spend more than they can afford. We founded our business on provided affordable textbook rental options to address these issues. Since then, we’ve expanded our offerings to supplement many facets of higher educational learning through Chegg Study, Chegg Math, Chegg Writing, Chegg Internships, Thinkful Online Learning, and more to support students beyond their college experience. These offerings lower financial concerns for students by modernizing their learning experience. We exist so students everywhere have a smarter, faster, more affordable way to student.

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Chegg is an equal opportunity employer