Reward Manager, APAC - Insurance

Client Overview:

Our esteemed client in the Insurance industry is seeking a dedicated and experienced Reward Manager for their Asia Pacific operations. This role is pivotal in managing and enhancing employee benefits and wellness programs across diverse geographical regions.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic reward policies that align with company's overall business goals and regional compliance.
• Manage end-to-end processes for employee benefits programs including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives.
• Provide expert Human Resources advice related to compensation and benefits, ensuring equitable employee treatment across all levels.
• Analyze market trends and benchmark data to maintain competitive compensation packages.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external providers to enhance the effectiveness of current benefits offerings.
• Oversee employee recognition programs and initiatives that foster a positive workplace culture.
• Lead regular reviews of policies and processes, making recommendations for improvement based on analytics and employee feedback.

Key Skills:

• Profound knowledge and demonstrated experience in Human Resources management, specifically within compensation and benefits.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with internal teams and external partners.
• Capacity to work efficiently in a fast-paced, multicultural environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Sound understanding of the regulatory and compliance landscape in the Asia Pacific region regarding employee benefits.

Competencies:

• Over 8 - 10 years of relevant and progressively more responsible work experience in a similar Experience working in complex cross-functional or geographically dispersed teams to jointly deliver transformations outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and trust with key stakeholders in order to positively influence decisions and actions.
• Good interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; strong presentation and project management skills.
• Acts with integrity, confidence, and accountability at all times. Deals assertively with all key stakeholders of Talent Management, HRBP, and business managers.
• Strong knowledge of the local regulatory environment for each market within the region.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in Human Resources or Business Administration)
• Exceptional analytical skills (Excel, PowerBI)
• Prior experience of working on Job Architecture