Compensation Specialist

Nasdaq is looking for a passionate Specialist, with focus on Compensation Management, to join the Mumbai technology center in India. If innovation and effectiveness drive you forward this is the place for you!

Nasdaq is continuously revolutionizing markets and undergoing transformations while we adopt new technologies to develop innovative solutions, constantly aiming to rewrite tomorrow. As a Compensation Specialist reporting to Senior Director, Compensation, you'll play a meaningful role in ensuring Nasdaq's compensation programs are equitable, competitive, and aligned with our global philosophy. You'll bring analytical rigor and subject matter expertise to support HR Business Partners and guide sound compensation decisions across the business.
You'll thrive in this position if you're detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about using data to inform fair and strategic people decisions.

With this position we offer:
Join the Total Rewards team which is a branch of People @Nasdaq organization, where you will work alongside Compensation professionals to help deliver, enhance, and scale Nasdaq’s competitive compensation programs.

Role Responsibilities -

As a Compensation Specialist reporting to our Senior Director, Compensation, you'll play a meaningful role in ensuring Nasdaq's compensation programs are equitable, competitive, and aligned with our global philosophy. You will bring analytical rigor and subject matter expertise to support HR Business Partners and guide sound compensation decisions across the business.

You'll thrive in this position if you're detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about using data to inform fair and strategic people decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert guidance and consultation to HR Business Partners on compensation programs, policies, and best practices.

• Review market pricing and compensation decisions to ensure alignment with internal guidelines and our global pay philosophy.

• Conduct advanced analyses and modeling to support compensation recommendations that promote equity and competitiveness.

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of compensation administration guidelines and educational materials. Partner with global teams across geographies to support consistent and scalable compensation practices.

We expect you to have:

• ·4–8 years of overall experience, with at least 2 years in compensation, total rewards, or a related HR function.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to build models, interpret data, and communicate findings clearly.

• Proven ability to partner with HR and business stakeholders across a matrixed, global organization.

  Education Qualification: · Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

It would be great if you:

• Working towards a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation or equivalent.
• Experience in financial services, fintech, or a similarly regulated industry. 
• Familiarity with compensation benchmarking tools or HR platforms.
• Experience in year end management cycle.

Does it sound like you?

As the selection process is ongoing, please submit your application in English as soon as possible. We will get back to you in 2-3 weeks.

About  Nasdaq:
Nasdaq is a leading global provider of trading, clearing, exchange technology, listing, information, and public company services. As the creator of the world's first electronic stock market, its technology powers more than 100 marketplaces in 50 countries. Nasdaq is home to over 4,000 total listings with a market value of approximately $12 trillion.

To learn more, about our business visit  business.nasdaq.com . Check out more about our Life at Nasdaq.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.