Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

Kyndryl is looking to hire a strategic and dynamic Associate Director of Compensation Partner for Practices and Consult to be part of our Total Rewards team.  The Associate Director will play a pivotal role in evolving our compensation programs to ensure we can attract, retain, and inspire top talent in the fast-paced technology industry.  This role will be both strategic and hands-on in developing transformative compensation programs and designing efficient processes to support them. Key responsibilities include:

Provide innovative solutions, consulting and thought leadership to HR Business Partners ("HRBPs"), acting as a subject matter expert​.Proactively identify compensation challenges and partner with HRBPs to address the challenges (retention, attraction, engagement, compression, competitive pay to market)​.Design and implement compensation programs and policies that support the rewards, business and practices strategy globally.Focus of this role will be on multiple aspects of compensation, including job architecture, compensation benchmarking, job evaluation strategies, rewards and recognition programs, incentive plans and pay equity strategy.Monitor external trends and share market best practices, emerging global trends and recommend required changes to ensure compliance with global pay regulations​.Has knowledge and understanding of executive compensation elements with the ability to partner effectively with the executive compensation team to provide a seamless experience for HRBPs.Collaborate with Benefits peers to bring a total rewards mindset and solutions to Kyndryl.Create communications and resources to drive change and support transparent understanding of program design and processes amongst HR, managers, and the broader Kyndryl employee base.Work closely with the HR Technology Team to deploy design and process changes in Workday, with the goal to simplify and maximize our use of HR technology.Serve as COE lead for the global talent investment plan (promotion) process, ensuring a tight interlock with talent management team and the successful deployment of a process that supports sound talent investments

Who You Are

A seasoned total rewards or compensation professional who is capable of designing and conceptualizing, as well as direct experience turning ideas into reality.8-10 years of experience in compensation including compensation program design, deployment, job architecture, pay equity, reward and recognition program design, knowledge of HRIS systems.Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or a related field or a combination of relevant experience, education and training.Excellent project management, analytical, and influencing skills.Strong communication skills including writing, powerpoint design, and presenting to a variety of audiences, large and small. Advanced excel knowledge, with the capacity to develop complex formulas and models to identify root causes and/or trends. Strong technical background with adequate knowledge of Compensation-specific applications.Ability to work with all levels of partners, adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs, and influence to build consensus.Able to work autonomously in a matrixed environment.

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations.  At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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