WHO WE ARE

At Abacus, we specialize in technology, outsourcing, and people solutions, bringing nearly 40 years of experience shaped alongside the organisations we support. As a global professional services leader, our focus remains on providing bespoke solutions that enable organisations to create the future of business and embrace change for sustainable growth, powered by a global team of over 5,000 people.

WHAT WE DO

Across digital transformation, emerging technologies, SAP enterprise solutions, outsourcing, and human capital, we support organisations in building environments that operate effectively and scale with the business. Today, this extends to more than 1,500 enterprise clients, where the focus remains on creating systems that are not only functional, but ready to adapt and evolve over time.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Abacus is seeking a Compensation & Benefits Consultant (Talent Analytics) for its Human Capital Solutions (HCS) department. The ideal candidate should have an MBA/Master's degree with a major in HR and 2–3 years of relevant experience in Compensation & Benefits, Rewards, or Payroll. The role will support compensation benchmarking, talent analytics, rewards advisory, data analysis, and development of insights to support clients in making informed compensation and talent decisions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Compensation & Benefits Consultant (Talent Analytics), you will be responsible for:

• Supporting the delivery of Compensation & Benefits consulting and talent analytics services to local and multinational organizations across various sectors.
• Collecting, consolidating, and managing employee compensation and benefits data from clients in line with projects and survey requirements.
• Reviewing and validating submitted data to ensure accuracy, completeness, consistency, and reliability for analysis and benchmarking.
• Conducting compensation and benefits data analysis to identify market trends, employee pay positioning, and relevant insights.
• Supporting market benchmarking and compensation analysis and contributing to the development of client-specific recommendations.
• Coordinating with clients to discuss data, methodology, and project-related queries and provide appropriate solutions.
• Analyzing aggregate market data and supporting the preparation of compensation reports, dashboards, presentations, and client-ready insights.
• Assisting in the development of compensation structures, salary benchmarks, incentive plans, and benefits solutions based on client requirements.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the timely and effective delivery of projects and client deliverables.
• Building and maintaining long-term client relationships by responding to queries, addressing concerns, and ensuring a high level of client service.
• Supporting the preparation of proposals and presentations in response to client requirements and business needs.
• Providing analytical and project support to senior team members across Compensation & Benefits and Talent Analytics engagements.

REQUIREMENTS

• MBA/Master's degree from an HEC-recognized university, preferably with a specialization/major in Human Resources.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in Compensation & Benefits, Rewards, Payroll, HR Analytics, or related HR functions.
• Strong understanding of Compensation & Benefits and Rewards concepts, including salary structures, market benchmarking, incentives, allowances, and benefits.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret compensation data and translate it into meaningful insights.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups, pivot tables, data analysis, data cleaning, and working with large datasets.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint and the ability to develop clear, professional, and client-ready presentations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail, particularly when reviewing and validating large volumes of compensation data.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to identify data issues and develop practical solutions.
• Good understanding of data integrity, confidentiality, and sensitivity of employee compensation information.
• Ability to manage multiple projects/assignments and competing priorities while maintaining quality and meeting tight deadlines.
• Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with both clients and internal teams.
• A team player with a collaborative approach and the ability to build positive working relationships.
• Positive, proactive, and learning-oriented attitude, with a willingness to develop expertise in Compensation & Benefits and broader HR consulting.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, consulting-oriented environment with a strong focus on quality and client service.

PREFERRED / NICE TO HAVE

• Professional certification in HR, Compensation & Benefits, Rewards, or Payroll (e.g. SHRM).
• Exposure to compensation benchmarking, salary surveys, rewards analytics.
• Experience working with large datasets and HR/compensation analytics.
• Familiarity with HRIS, payroll, or compensation management systems.
• Knowledge of Advanced Excel or other data visualization/analytics tools.
• Exposure to client-facing consulting or professional services environments.  WHAT WE OFFER
  • Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
  • Exposure to large-scale, enterprise-grade platform and API projects.
  • A collaborative, innovation-driven, and growth-oriented work environment.
  • Continuous learning opportunities and access to professional development resources.
  • Opportunity to work with a globally recognised professional services leader.
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