About this role
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Activities
- Responsible for the development, implementation, administration and maintenance of Compensation programs across Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Mexico, Peru and Venezuela.
- Responsibilities include base pay, incentive pay, performance management, allowances and policies.
- Participates in and analyzes Compensation surveys and ensures competitive pay practices are maintained.
- Recommends corrective or alternative actions to resolve Compensation related issues.
- Evaluates programs, keeps abreast of legislation, trends, advances and/or new technology and makes recommendations for changes and improvements.
- Works with external vendors and/or HR Operations Team to develop and administer new or modify existing Compensation programs or systems.
- Leverage AI, analytics, and digital technologies to optimize compensation operations, enhance decision-making, improve employee experiences, and increase organizational effectiveness.
- Provides Compensation expertise and market insights to support business growth initiatives, organizational transformations, workforce internalization projects and expansion into new markets across Latin America and Central America.
Responsibilities
- Lead the LA Compensation Team on a variety of projects including compensation program design, Annual Compensation Cycle execution, workforce cost modeling, budgeting, implementation, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
- Conduct data analysis and reporting for all Compensation needs (e.g., job evaluation, job classifications/job matching, external market benchmarking, salary range/pay band development).
- Perform deep analysis on effectiveness and competitiveness of existing Compensation programs and model potential impact of alternatives.
- Analyze custom surveys with key industry contacts, as needed.
- Assist with the Annual and Mid-Year administration of the compensation planning cycle, including data preparation, testing, auditing and generating reports.
- Independently complete tasks which support the planning or development of global or country-specific programs, processes and policies for the Compensation area.
- Partner with HR and business leaders within the LA GEO to understand business priorities, influence decision-making, and develop compensation strategies that support organizational growth and workforce effectiveness.
- Understand and support local program implementation in Brazil for the Brazil Profit Sharing Agreements as well as Union calculations.
- Understand and support local program implementation in Argentina regarding Union Agreements and salary increase calculations.
- Understand and support local/country and regional compensation harmonization initiatives in events of Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A).
- Provide compensation recommendations and guidance for critical talent, retention programs, international assignments and hiring situations.
- Partner with HR, Finance, Payroll, Legal and business leadership teams to evaluate financial impact, risk and compliance considerations related to Compensation programs and policies.
Interaction
- Role will primarily interact with the Global Compensation Team, Human Resources Partners, HR Operations Team, Payroll and Legal teams. Although there may be third-party or vendor interaction. Interactions will usually involve the exchange of information, collaboration and alignment to identify, research or resolve issues and support Compensation programs and processes.
Problem Solving
- Independently resolves issues by proposing a solution based on current policies, processes, and on own knowledge gained from prior experience.
- Consults with management, subject matter experts and cross-functional partners on matters requiring alignment across multiple functions or areas of expertise.
- Develops recommendations that balance market competitiveness, internal equity, business needs, cost impact and regulatory requirements.
Required Capabilities
Leadership Capabilities
- Influencing Across Boundaries : Ability to influence decisions and drive alignment across HR, Finance, Payroll, Legal, and business leaders without direct authority.
- Executive Presence : Ability to effectively communicate compensation strategies, recommendations, and business impacts to senior leaders and executive stakeholders.
- Stakeholder Management : Builds trusted partnerships across the organization, balancing business requirements, employee considerations, market competitiveness, and compliance needs.
Team Leadership & Talent Development
- Collaboration & Partnership : Works effectively across regional and global teams, fostering strong relationships and enabling successful execution through teamwork and shared accountability.
- Communication & Storytelling with Data : Translates complex compensation data and market insights into clear, actionable recommendations tailored to different audiences.
Future-Oriented Capabilities
- AI & Digital Enablement : Leverages AI, analytics, and digital solutions to improve decision-making, enhance employee experiences, and modernize compensation processes.
- Process Optimization & Automation : Identifies opportunities to simplify, standardize, and automate compensation activities, reducing manual effort and improving scalability.
- Continuous Improvement Mindset : Challenges existing approaches, embraces innovation, and continuously seeks opportunities to enhance effectiveness, efficiency, and business impact.
We believe in treating each other with respect and dignity. We judge all applicants and employees by their qualifications, demonstrated skills and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by local law. When necessary, Lenovo will provide reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities or those with special religious requirements. All employees help to create a positive work environment by adhering to these standards.