Lead People Programs Specialist

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

We are seeking a Lead People Programs Specialist to drive advanced people analytics and total rewards initiatives within our human resources team.

You will leverage your expertise in data analytics, compensation and benefits, and workforce planning to influence strategic decisions for our large-scale organization. Join us to apply your skills and contribute to impactful HR programs that support our clients and business goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of people analytics strategies to support total rewards and workforce planning
• Manage compensation and benefits data analysis to optimize employee programs
• Coordinate the collection, organization, and synthesis of HR and compensation data from multiple sources
• Develop and apply advanced statistical models and analytics to generate actionable insights
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to stakeholders using Power BI, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Prioritize workload and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines with accountability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance HR metrics and reporting processes
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity in all analytics and reporting activities
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in people analytics methodologies and tools
• Support training and development efforts related to people analytics within the HR team
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of financial and statistical concepts relevant to HR analytics
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication with diverse stakeholders
• Analyze workforce trends and provide strategic guidance to leadership
• Monitor and report on key HR performance indicators and metrics

Requirements

• Master's degree or Diploma in Human Resource, Mathematics, or Statistics from a top-tier institute
• Certification in People Analytics
• Minimum 8 years of overall experience with at least 5 years in managing data analytics, compensation and benefits, total rewards, HR metrics, and workforce planning in a large-scale organization
• Extensive knowledge of advanced statistical models and people analytics
• Strong understanding of financial and statistical concepts
• Proficiency in analytics tools such as Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, or Oracle HR Analytics
• Practical experience with SQL for data querying and management
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple tasks under pressure
• Demonstrated accountability and ownership with a self-driven mindset
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Confident in using Excel and PowerPoint for advanced data analysis and reporting
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate persuasively with stakeholders
• English proficiency level B2 - Upper-Intermediate

Nice to have

• Experience with people analytics software platforms
• Knowledge of Tableau and Oracle HR Analytics tools
• Additional certifications related to data analytics or HR technology
• Experience in financial modeling related to compensation management
• Advanced training in workforce planning methodologies

We offer

• Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
• Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
• Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
• Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
• Focused individual development
• Benefit package:
  • Health benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible benefits
• Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)