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Job DescriptionThe Total Rewards Expert will lead the administration and coordination of total rewards programs in the organization.
Responsibilities include developing and implementing total rewards strategies and programs, administer
compensation and benefits programs, conduct market competitive analysis, and will act as the subject matter expert
in Total rewards data within HRIS, and analytical reporting. This role will work closely with the OD & Talent
Development team, reporting directly to the HR Director.
Develop and implement total rewards strategies and programs that reflect the company's objectives and values.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs, including maintaining salary structures, tracking incentives, managing health and wellness initiatives, and retirement benefits.
• Conduct competitive analysis to ensure the competitiveness of the company's compensation and
benefits offerings in the labor market.
• Prepare compensation and benefits data for market benchmarking and internal equity studies.
• Administer core and ad hoc TR processes, including annual salary reviews, bonus cycles, and the
implementation of career architecture.
• Generate data analysis and reporting to evaluate the effectiveness of total rewards programs and other HR initiatives, providing insights for improvement. Prepare regular and ad-hoc reports on key TR metrics, leveraging data to provide insights into program effectiveness.
• Design, build, and maintain interactive dashboards (PowerBI) to visualize key Total Rewards data.
• Create and maintain a centralized repository for all TR documentation, including policy documents,
salary structures, and job descriptions.
• HRIS Subject Matter Expertise: Act as the SME for Total Rewards data within the HRIS.
• Collaborate with other HR teams and leadership teams to promote a cohesive and inclusive work
environment
• Assist in crafting and delivering effective communication strategies to educate employees on total
rewards topics, fostering transparency and understanding.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure the accuracy and integrity of all TR data and records.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes related to compensation, benefits, and
workplace culture, ensuring compliance and adaptability to evolving standards and practices.
• Participate in initiatives aimed at enhancing employee engagement, job satisfaction, and cultivating a positive workplace culture.
Minimum of 5 years, solid experience in Total Rewards/Compensation & Benefits strategies and HR
Analytics reporting.
• Strong experience in compensation benchmarking, benefits design, and job evaluation.
• Experience in creating and implementing total rewards programs
• Experience in a BPO, Shared Services, Tech, or other fast-moving industry.
• Experience handling a headcount of at least 1,000 employees
• Knowledge of audit standards.
Strong and solid understanding in compensation benchmarking, benefits design, and job evaluation.
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• Advanced proficiency in reporting, data visualization, and dashboard creation (specifically PowerBI).
• Advanced proficiency in generating business driven excel reports and power point presentations
• Analytical abilities to interpret data and contribute to program enhancements. Ability to translate complex
data sets into clear insights and reports
• Strong presentation skills and has experience presenting to leadership or Sr. Management audience.
• Strong Interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with various teams.
• High attention to detail with strong audit and data integrity skills.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• With knowledge on PH labor laws and regulations.
• Enthusiasm for learning and contributing to the broader goals of Total Rewards, HR and the business
organization.
Education:
• Preferably a Certified Total Rewards Specialist (CTRS) or similar
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Statistics, Applied Math or related field (or equivalent experience
· HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP, HRCI PHR/SPHR) or local equivalent.
· Experience in a matrixed environment and/or supporting multiple business units.
· Knowledge of compensation fundamentals and job architecture concepts.
· Exposure to labor relations or regional employment law relevant to the role’s location.
Key Competencies
· Business acumen and strategic thinking
· Consulting and influencing
· Conflict resolution and sound judgment
· Change leadership and resilience
· Data literacy and problem solving
· Confidentiality and ethics
· Collaboration across functions
Skills Required
- Minimum of 5 years experience in Total Rewards/Compensation & Benefits strategies
- Strong experience in compensation benchmarking, benefits design, and job evaluation
- Advanced proficiency in reporting, data visualization, and dashboard creation (specifically PowerBI)
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Statistics, Applied Math or related field
- HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP, HRCI PHR/SPHR) or local equivalent
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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