Job Title
Payroll & Benefits Associate
Business Area
Core
Our Core Teams rise to the challenges of running a fast-moving, quick-growing global business. They’re the backbone of our corporate structure. They make sure we work effectively - and efficiently. And above all, they create a supportive and inclusive home for some of the most talented people on the planet.
Location
Mumbai
Our India office is located in Mumbai, the commercial capital of India and centrally located to the railway station, sea link, and the upcoming metro stations and coastal road! Take a break away from the office to explore the local food court, coffee shops and recreational areas with colleagues and friends.
Company Description
Third Bridge is a market-leading investment research firm. We provide integrated solutions for the world’s top investors and business leaders to help them make smarter and faster decisions. No other company in the world provides the same holistic investment offering: our superpower is the combination of human insights and unique investor-led content with a global expert network. We serve over 1,000 investment firms, offering clients 24/7 coverage through our team of 1,300+ employees located across nine offices.
Job Description
As our new Payroll & Benefits Associate, you’ll be the face of this vital team, acting as the first line of support for Mumbai employees. You’ll be managing the monthly payroll and benefits administration for the Mumbai office.
These responsibilities will include:
Payroll Processing
Preparing the monthly payroll inputs and sharing it with the vendor
Ensure accurate and timely submission of payroll inputs and payroll approvals by adhering to the prescribed timelines
Assist with payroll data, reconciliation and audit
Respond to employee inquiries and resolve issues related to payroll and benefits
Work closely with the payroll vendor for timely preparation of Annual returns and maintaining employee registers
Monitoring payroll compliance are met every month
Manage payroll partner relationships including identifying recurring issues in service and escalating appropriately.
Benefits Administration
Assist in administering benefits program, including health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans and tax saving benefits
You need to have a basic understanding of payroll processing. You’ll ensure that our data is updated with accurate payroll related information and ensure the organisation complies with all applicable laws and regulations related to payroll, taxes and benefits.You will conduct payroll and benefits knowledge based sessions for new employees as part of our monthly onboarding process. In this role you’ll be working with an experienced and knowledgeable global team who are supportive and collaborative.
Qualifications
With your experience of Payroll and Benefits you bring a good foundation of Indian payroll regulations, payroll compliances and the benefits corporate companies enrol in. You’re familiar with industry practices and compliance regulations including PF and other statutory deductions. Great with numbers, you’re extremely detail oriented, and use your time management to juggle multiple priorities, working with colleagues in different locations.
Your English communication skills, both spoken and written, allow you to convey information clearly and simply, and you’re happy to deliver training sessions to employees to share your expertise in payroll and benefits. You do this in a friendly and supportive way, responding to queries and tickets to offer help.
You thrive in a close knit team, where you can gain support from others, but confidently share your ideas to improve our processes and make an impact on the organisation.
Additional Information
How will you be rewarded?
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary reflective of your skills and experience.
- Time Off: Benefit from 18 days of paid time off (PTO), 8 fixed holidays, 1 floating holiday, and 8 casual leaves. PTO increases with tenure.
- Learning & Development: Receive a personal development reimbursement yearly for customised learning programs. Additionally, a dedicated budget supports studies and job-related qualifications.
- Health & Well-being: Access private medical insurance, maternity benefits, and engage in various events promoting mental health.
- Life Cover: Automatically enrolled in Life Insurance cover from your date of hire, providing coverage 4x the annual CTC.
- Flexibility: Embrace our work-from-anywhere policy, hybrid work options, and enjoy "Winter Fridays."
- Fun at Work: Unwind in our breakout area with games like foosball, Table Tennis, and PlayStation5.
- Recognition & Rewards: Earn points through our colleague-to-colleague recognition program, redeemable for hotels, gift cards, charity donations, and more.
- Snacks & Refreshments: Stay energised with daily snacks, tea, and coffee provided.
- CSR Days: Contribute to social responsibility with 2 CSR days annually – take time off to volunteer.
- Equal Opportunity Employer: Third Bridge is proud to foster diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local laws.
The successful candidate must, by the start of the employment, have permission to work in the country they are applying
We know that to be truly innovative, we need to have a diverse team around us. That is why Third Bridge is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you are not 100% sure if you are right for the role, please apply anyway and we will be happy to consider your application.