Senior Compensation Representative

Role overview

Senior Compensation Representative at Dow

Execute compensation processes including salary adjustments such as promotions, step progressions, indexations, minimum pay checks, and restructuring-related calculations

Responsibilities

• You will also contribute to process improvement and analytics , ensuring efficient and compliant end-to-end compensation delivery.
• Process and validate allowances and premiums, such as shift allowance, transportation allowance, and extended duty allowance, in line with defined rules
• Support annual market benchmarking activities and merit pay planning processes, including data validation, reporting, and implementation
• Perform recurring audits and controls, including overtime and variable pay validation, to ensure data accuracy and compliance
• Support Employee Stock Purchase Plan and long-term incentive processes through data validation, reporting, and audit activities
• Support the Global Recognition program, including data validation and audits
• Generate compensation reports and compensation statements, and support internal control and audit requirements such as Sarbanes-Oxley compliance
• Maintain documentation, process guides, and knowledge base content, and support Human Resources case resolution
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Payroll, Finance, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of compensation programs
• Act as the escalation focal point for cases, responsible for effective case management and delivering timely and accurate support
• Role Expectations
• Deliver high-quality, accurate execution of recurring compensation processes
• Apply strong attention to detail and follow standardized procedures
• Contribute to problem-solving and continuous (digital) process improvement
• Operate effectively in a global, cross-functional environment
• Handle confidential data with integrity and discretion

Required qualifications

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, Finance, or a related field with a relevant experience of 5+ years in compensation and total rewards
• Foundational knowledge of compensation or Human Resources operations
• Strong analytical skills and strong advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Fluency in English
• Below qualification will be added advantage:
• Experience with Human Resources information systems such as Workday or payroll systems
• Exposure to compensation programs, audits, or data validation
• Interest in data analysis, reporting, and process improvement
• Your Skills
• Strong attention to detail and process discipline
• Collaborative mindset and stakeholder focus
• Curiosity and willingness to learn
• Ability to perform effectively during peak compensation cycles
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Additional Notes
• Relocation Assistance is not available for this position.
• The ability to accommodate with international time zone is essential
• Willingness to work in the hybrid setup with 4 days from office is must

Employment details

• As a Senior Compensation Representative part of rewards team based in Navi Mumbai, you will support the execution of Dow’s compensation, incentive, and equity programs through standardized, process-driven activities .
• Location: Navi Mumbai (IND) [India]

About the employer

• At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.
• Chemical International Pvt Ltd
• Dow Chemical International Private Limited (Dow India) aims to be the most innovative, sustainable, inclusive customer-centric materials science company.
• The company is committed to delivering the right solutions to its customers’ challenges.
• With broadest technology sets spanning performance materials, industrial intermediates, and plastics Dow India delivers differentiated science-based products and solutions in high-growth segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, automobile, and consumer care.
• A Great Place to Work® Certified company with approximately over 1000 employees, its operations comprise of manufacturing sites, innovation center, established centers of excellence, and commercial office.
• As a responsible corporate, the company supports its Corporate Social Responsibility (program) with technology expertise and employee volunteerism.
• Dow India works with non-profit partners towards the empowerment of differently abled, women, and children in communities where it operates.
• The company aims to redefine the societal blueprint, by supporting holistic sustainability and circular economy initiatives.
• As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment .
• We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career.
• Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com .

Benefits

• – What Dow offers you
• We invest in you.
• Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career.
• You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day.
• Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.
• Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:
• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
• and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
• Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
• Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs.
• Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
• Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
• Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
• Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
• Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)
• Join our team, we can make a difference together.

Additional role details

• Our people are at the heart of our solutions.
• They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business.
• Their diversity is our strength.
• We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future.
• Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration.
• If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.
• About you and this role
• You will focus on data accuracy, validation, auditing, and operational delivery across key Total Rewards cycles while partnering with Human Resources, Payroll, Finance, and external stakeholders.