Total Rewards Specialist

Job Description:

AXA Group As one of the world's leading insurance companies, AXA serves 93 million customers with more than 145,000 employees in 51 countries. With its mission of acting for human progress by protecting what matters, its people strategy, "Care & Dare", ensures that what is valuable to employees, customers, and society is protected with an empathetic approach; by fostering innovation, courage, and a development-oriented mindset. By evolving from a claim payer into a true customer partner, AXA helps people see the future with confidence, not risk; continuously advancing its technologies with a commitment to shaping the future of insurance, fighting climate change, improving access to healthcare services, supporting economic development, and contributing to the production of scientific knowledge. AXA Türkiye As AXA Türkiye, united by the One AXA spirit and recognized for its bold moves in the industry, our culture is built on thinking differently, pursuing innovation, and putting people at the center. Guided by the belief that everyone at AXA has talent - each with their own potential - our AXA Employee Experience Journey is fundamentally shaped by talent management. Through our human resources strategy-which we define as a holistic approach to talent, placing the employee at the center of the entire journey-we provide a personalized experience for everyone. With practices that simplify, digitalize, and enhance employee experience, we support our people in discovering their strengths, realizing their potential, taking ownership of their development, shaping their work and careers, and progressing confidently with the pride of being part of AXA. Aligned with our talent acquisition strategy that states "We hire for AXA, not for the position," our goal is not only to meet the human resource needs we search for, but also we grow with people who embrace leadership at every level and shape their own career paths - nurturing leaders from within our own organization. At AXA Türkiye, we create inclusive environments where everyone feels they truly belong, regardless of gender, race, age, or other differences. We foster a working culture that enriches diversity and overcomes challenges together; we offer opportunities that allow each employee to contribute to society, the environment, and their own personal development. From the very beginning of our recruitment processes, we adopt an unbiased approach to ensure everyone is evaluated with equal opportunities. Are you ready to get to know us better on this journey where sustainable development and growth open new doors - and where you can set your own pace and direction? Competencies We Expect in Our New Team Member Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field Minimum 2 years of Compensation & Benefits experience, including exposure to at least one full compensation cycle Good understanding of compensation principles, salary structures, job grading, and compensation review processes Knowledge of variable pay programs, including bonus and incentive schemes Experience with HR systems, reporting, and data analysis Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical and numerical capabilities Detail-oriented, organized, and committed to data accuracy and quality Strong follow-up, coordination, and stakeholder management skills High learning agility, curiosity, and eagerness to grow within the Total Rewards field Proactive team player with excellent communication skills Fluent English, both written and spoken Familiarity with job grading, career architecture, performance management, and organizational design practices is preferred Knowledge of compensation benchmarking methodologies, market salary surveys, and compensation frameworks is preferred Must have a valid work permit in Turkey Areas Where You Will Create Impact Contribute to the effective implementation of the company's compensation and benefits strategy Manage the planning, analysis, and execution of the annual salary review process Support job evaluation, job grading, and compensation structure initiatives Analyze market compensation surveys and develop competitive pay recommendations Contribute to the development and deployment of the Total Rewards philosophy across the organization Support the design and administration of variable pay programs, including bonuses, incentives, and other reward mechanisms, in addition to base salary Manage existing and new benefits programs while developing recommendations to enhance the overall employee experience Prepare regular analyses, reports, and cost assessments related to compensation and benefits Leverage HR systems and workforce data to provide insights and support data-driven decision-making Support the alignment of compensation practices with performance management processes Partner closely with internal stakeholders to provide guidance on compensation and benefits-related matters Contribute to maintaining compensation policies and practices in line with company principles, market trends, and best practices What We Offer at AXA Türkiye * Performance-Based Bonus * Employer-Contributed Private Pension System * Employee Discounted Share Purchase Program (Shareplan) * Private Health Insurance including psychological support coverage * Life Insurance * Supplementary Health Insurance for spouses and children * Discounted OSS and TSS for mothers and fathers * Discounted auto, home, and personal accident insurance * Transportation support or shuttle (for roles below Manager level) * Company car (for Manager and above roles) * Meal Card * "Your Choice" Flexible Benefits Program * AXA Competency Academy (AYA) ⚕️ Within our holistic Health and Well-being Program "Take Care of Yourself" we offer: medical check-ups for employees aged 40 and above, digital medical check-ups, home care services, AXA independent living support, AXA doctor consultation line, Employee Assistance Program (Psychological Counseling, Dental, Mini Check-Up, Psychiatric Treatments, and Supportive Health Services). ⏳ Under our 'Waits For You!' platform, designed to support work-life balance, we provide additional support to our colleagues through a variety of leave types such as Birthday, "Take Care of Yourself", Marriage, Report Card Day, Moving, Hourly Leave, Child Illness, Maternity and Paternity Leave. Additionally: * Flexibility for Mothers: Remote work until the baby turns 1 year old after maternity leave * Flexibility for New Parents: A half-day off each week for up to six months after returning from parental leave * Work From Home With Your New Pet: 3 days of remote work when adopting a new pet to support their adjustment. ✅ To create an innovative, flexible, and simple working environment, we bring together all our flexible practices under the "YES!" umbrella-such as Work Anywhere, Flexible Working Hours, Summer Flexibility, Year-End Break, and Your Time-ensuring a working model that supports work-life balance. Join AXA Türkiye and make your mark on your career journey by setting your own direction and pace 🚀 Visit our career website to learn more about AXA