This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Min Experience: 5 years

Location: Mumbai

JobType: full-time

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Engagement Specialist to design, drive, and implement strategies that enhance employee engagement across the organization. This role is pivotal in building a positive workplace culture, strengthening employee morale, and fostering a sense of belonging. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, leadership skills, and a strong background in engagement initiatives such as rewards & recognition programs, cultural events, and leadership-driven activities that align with organizational values.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Rewards & Recognition (R&R):

Design, implement, and manage structured R&R programs that celebrate individual and team achievements.
Collaborate with leadership to create impactful recognition moments, from spot awards to annual excellence awards.
Continuously evaluate and improve recognition frameworks to ensure inclusivity, fairness, and motivation across diverse employee groups.

Cultural Activities & Engagement Programs:

Conceptualize, plan, and execute cultural activities, festivals, wellness initiatives, and engagement campaigns that resonate with employees across locations.
Partner with cross-functional teams to organize large-scale events, virtual and in-person, that foster unity and pride.
Encourage employee participation through innovative campaigns, gamification, and storytelling initiatives.

Leadership Engagement:

Partner closely with senior leaders to design communication and engagement initiatives that align with business goals.
Equip managers and leaders with tools and playbooks to strengthen team engagement.
Organize leadership connect sessions, town halls, and mentoring opportunities that bridge the gap between management and employees.

Employee Feedback & Insights:

Conduct regular surveys, focus groups, and pulse checks to measure engagement levels and identify improvement areas.
Analyze feedback and present actionable insights to leadership with recommendations for enhancing workplace culture.

Change Champion:

Act as a culture ambassador by embedding organizational values into everyday activities and employee interactions.
Support HR and business teams in driving cultural transformation projects and adoption of new initiatives.

Skills & Competencies Required:

Strong expertise in Rewards & Recognition program design and execution.
Proven ability to conceptualize and deliver cultural activities and engagement events across diverse employee groups.
Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and engage leaders at multiple levels.
Excellent communication, presentation, and storytelling skills to create impactful narratives that inspire engagement.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple priorities with strong organizational skills.
Creative problem-solving skills and a passion for creating meaningful employee experiences.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
5–8 years of relevant experience in employee engagement, corporate communications, HR, or related domains.
Prior experience in designing recognition frameworks, cultural programs, and leadership-driven engagement is highly desirable.