Compensation and Benefits Manager, Manila

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Management, Psychology, Accounting, Business Management, or any equivalent
• At least 3 years of managerial level working experience handling payroll, compensation and benefits
• Knowledgeable in SAP or other payroll system
• Able to oversee the overall Compensation & Benefits operations
• With expertise in compensation and benefits strategies, policies, and programs
• Willing to work onsite in Tondo Office from Monday-Friday

The Compensation and Benefits Manager designs, implements, and manages equitable, competitive, and compliant total rewards programs that support talent attraction, retention, and business performance. The role requires strong analytical capability, sound judgment, and collaboration with leadership to balance cost, competitiveness, and employee value.

Definition: Aligns compensation and benefits strategies with organizational goals and workforce needs.

Behavioral Indicators:

• Develops compensation frameworks aligned with business strategy and workforce planning.
• Analyzes market data and internal equity to recommend pay structures and adjustments.
• Anticipates regulatory and labor market changes affecting rewards programs.
• Advises leadership on reward implications of business decisions.

Definition: Ensures internal equity and role clarity through systematic job evaluation and salary structuring.

Behavioral Indicators:

• Conducts job evaluations using established methodologies (e.g., point-factor, market pricing).
• Designs and maintains salary grades, ranges, and job levels.
• Reviews role changes and reclassification requests objectively and consistently.
• Ensures pay decisions are defensible and data-driven.

Definition: Manages employee benefits programs to deliver value, compliance, and cost efficiency.

Behavioral Indicators:

• Designs and reviews benefits offerings (HMO, insurance, statutory, wellness) based on employee needs.
• Oversees accurate and timely benefits administration and enrollment.
• Evaluates vendor performance and benefit utilization trends.
• Balances employee experience with financial sustainability.

Definition: Ensures adherence to labor laws, tax regulations, and internal governance standards.

Behavioral Indicators:

• Ensures compliance with statutory benefits and compensation-related regulations.
• Keeps policies and practices updated with legal and regulatory changes.
• Prepares for audits and responds to compliance inquiries effectively
• Identifies and mitigates compensation- and benefits-related risks.

Definition: Uses data, analytics, and insights to guide compensation and benefits decisions.

Behavioral Indicators:

• Analyzes compensation trends, pay gaps, and cost impact.
• Prepares salary modeling, budget forecasts, and scenario analyses.
• Provides clear, actionable insights to management using dashboards and reports.
• Uses data to support merit increases, promotions, and incentive plans.

Definition: Partners with leaders, HR, and Finance to deliver effective rewards solutions.

Behavioral Indicators:

• Advises managers on compensation decisions and reward policies.
• Collaborates with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Communicates compensation and benefits programs clearly and credibly.
• Handles sensitive discussions with professionalism and confidentiality.