SGS

HR Partner - Reward & Benefit

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Shah Alam, Petaling, Selangor, MYS

In-Office

Senior level

Information Technology • Professional Services • Security • Consulting

The Role

Manage compensation and benefits programs, including salary reviews, bonuses, incentives, benefits administration, benchmarking, job evaluation, and reward governance. Partner with business leaders on workforce planning, performance, talent development, employee relations, engagement, compliance, and HR operations. Analyze HR metrics, support recruitment and employer branding, coordinate with vendors, and ensure alignment with Malaysian employment regulations and organizational goals.

Summary Generated by Built In

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

Rewards & Benefit

Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of SGS Malaysia's compensation and benefits strategy.
Manage annual salary review, bonus, incentive, and merit increase processes.
Conduct market benchmarking and salary surveys to ensure external competitiveness and internal equity.
Analyze compensation trends and provide recommendations to management on reward-related matters.
Administer employee benefits programs, including medical insurance, wellness initiatives, leave benefits, retirement schemes, and other employee offerings.
Coordinate with insurance brokers, benefit providers, and external vendors to ensure smooth delivery of benefit programs.
Support job evaluation, grading, salary structure reviews, and compensation governance activities.

HR Business Partner

Partner with business leaders to deliver strategic HR solutions aligned with business goals.
Provide advisory support on HR matters including onboarding, performance, and exits.
Collaborate with OD to drive the performance management and talent development.
Collaborate with the TA team to support recruitment efforts and strengthen employer branding.
Drive HR strategies including workforce planning, talent development, and organisational effectiveness.
Lead employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive, performance-driven culture.
Handle employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and compliance.
Support manpower planning and ensure resource readiness to meet business demands.
Collaborate with stakeholders on compensation & benefits benchmarking and reward strategies.
Implement HR policies, programmes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with company policies and local labour regulations.
Analyse HR metrics and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Manage day-to-day HR operations by working closely with the HR Shared Services team.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Accounting, or related discipline.
Professional certification in Compensation & Benefits, Total Rewards, Human Resources, or related field would be an advantage.

Experience

Minimum 5 years of relevant Human Resources experience, with at least 3 years in Compensation, Benefits, Total Rewards, HR Operations, or HR Business Partnering.
Experience managing salary reviews, benefits administration, and reward programs.
Experience conducting salary benchmarking and market analysis.
Familiarity with Malaysian employment legislation, taxation, EPF, SOCSO, EIS, and employee benefits practices.
Experience working in a multinational organization is preferred.
Experience using HRIS systems and HR analytics tools is an advantage.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies

Customer-focused and service-oriented approach.
Strong collaboration and partnership mindset.
Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making capabilities.
Committed to SGS values, quality standards, and ethical conduct.

Travel Requirement: Up to 10%

Employment Type: Permanent

Skills Required

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Accounting, or a related discipline.
Minimum 5 years of relevant Human Resources experience.
At least 3 years of experience in Compensation, Benefits, Total Rewards, HR Operations, or HR Business Partnering.
Experience managing salary reviews, benefits administration, and reward programs.
Experience conducting salary benchmarking and market analysis.
Familiarity with Malaysian employment legislation, taxation, EPF, SOCSO, EIS, and employee benefits practices.
Professional certification in Compensation and Benefits, Total Rewards, Human Resources, or a related field.
Experience working in a multinational organization.
Experience using HRIS systems and HR analytics tools.

SGS Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SGS and has not been reviewed or approved by SGS.

Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is part of the U.S. package and is generally viewed as adequate even if not standout. Company information also underscores healthcare coverage as a standard element of the offering.
Retirement Support — A 401(k) is commonly included in the U.S., and group disclosures reference post‑employment benefit plans in select regions. These components provide a baseline of retirement security beyond core pay.
Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive/bonus structures are part of the compensation mix and cited positively in some regions and roles. Punctual pay is also highlighted as a plus.