Compensation Benefits Manager

Role Overview

This role centers on adding value by overseeing coordination of Compensation and Benefits (C&B), HR information systems (HRIS), performance management, and stakeholder communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and review current policies as well as conduct cost-benefit analysis on existing Compensation & Benefits structures and procedures.
• Develop, design, and execute C&B programs with active collaboration from principal stakeholders.
• Work closely with HR business partners, HR shared services based in KL (Business Solution Centre), and joint service group ensuring uniform implementation across functions.
• Coordinate monthly final payroll audits with the Business Solution Centre, which liaises with external payroll provider Prosoft.
• Manage regular review, updating, and dissemination of the Employee Handbook bi-annually.
• Oversee the annual renewal process for company insurance in partnership with brokers.
• Evaluate and manage third-party vendors who supply benefits-related data or services, ensuring contract compliance (e.g., MHC vendor).
• Act as primary HRIS user managing Leave & Payroll Portals (Prosoft) and SAP for personnel data.
• Coordinate submission processes with BSC including claims such as CPF contributions, statutory leave, NS claims, and employee final settlements.
• Manage insurance claims in collaboration with insurers and brokers (medical, insurance, and WICA claims).
• Liaise with Union representatives for Collective Agreement renewals every three years.
• Lead performance appraisal procedures and data cleansing activities prior to rollout in coordination with BSC.
• Manage personnel data updates related to promotions, transfers, and position changes.
• Oversee incentive programs including Technical Retention, Port, and Sales Incentive Schemes alongside BSC.
• Conduct annual salary benchmarking exercises using Mercer data.
• Prepare salary proposals for new hires and coordinate salary budget planning related to C&B.
• Handle tax clearance and settlements for both local and expatriate staff with tax consultants.
• Lead compliance audits internally and externally concerning C&B, statutory surveys, and labor market studies conducted by MOM.
• Undertake other HR projects as assigned by the HR Director.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Solid practical and strategic expertise in Compensation and Benefits management, including familiarity with Employment Act provisions for blue-collar workers.
• Clear understanding of the role of C&B in supporting business decisions.
• Knowledge and application of employment law specifically covering field staff and labor regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to identify C&B challenges and implement effective solutions.
• Hands-on experience with payroll processes, including verification before third-party submission.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including advanced functions like pivot tables, vlookup, and formulas.
• Analytical aptitude to research data and communicate meaningful insights to management teams.
• Working knowledge of SuccessFactors, SAP HRIS, and payroll systems such as ProSoft is a plus.
• Comprehensive understanding of the Employment Act and standard HR practices.

Additional Information

Interested candidates should prepare and submit their updated CV via email to the contact person listed for further consideration.