Manager, People Operations (C&B)

SOCOE SDN. BHD.; Kuching; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOE SDN. BHD. is seeking a Total Rewards Architect to shape our compensation strategy across Sarawak’s transformative tech projects.

You will blend advanced data analytics with C&B design to attract and retain top talent while ensuring internal pay equity. You will partner with Finance and Executive Leadership to implement scalable HRIS workflows and market-driven incentive programs, backed by robust benchmarking data.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience in corporate or state-linked entities.
• At least 3 years dedicated to C&B design, total rewards modeling, and HR operations.
• Advanced data modeling skills in Excel/Google Sheets (XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, nested logic) and reporting tools like PowerBI or Tableau.
• Hands-on experience with Job Evaluation frameworks (Hay Group, Mercer, or WTW) and enterprise HRIS configuration (Workday, SuccessFactors, or equivalent).
• Strong business acumen and communication skills to translate complex financial and rewards models into executive insights.

Responsibilities

• Architect and command SOCOE's total rewards matrix across Sarawak’s projects.
• Design competitive, data-backed compensation structures and automated HRIS workflows.
• Lead Health & Benefits design, incentive programs, and pay equity initiatives.
• Conduct market benchmarking using Mercer, Radford, and Korn Ferry data for pay bands.
• Manage relationships with insurance brokers, benefit providers, and C&B consultants to maximize ROI.

Skills

C&B design

Total rewards modeling

HR operations

Data analytics

Strategic thinking

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

PowerBI

Tableau

Job description

Kuching, Sarawak | People Operations | SOCOE

About SOCOE

At SOCOE, we build mission-critical digital systems and infrastructure that empower communities across Sarawak. Guided by our core mission of "humanising technology", we blend deep technical capability with human-centric innovation. (Returning Sarawakians are strongly encouraged to apply!)

The Mission

Architect and command SOCOE's total rewards matrix. Operating at the intersection of People Operations, Finance, and Executive Leadership, you will design competitive, data-backed compensation structures, modern incentive programs, and automated HRIS workflows to attract and retain top tech talent across Sarawak’s transformative projects.

Core Focus

Strategic Total Rewards Architecture: Conceptualize STI/LTI models, performance bonuses, and sales commissions tailored for tech and consulting teams while preserving internal pay equity.

Health & Benefits Design: Structure multi-generational health, wellness, and lifestyle perk frameworks aligned with SOCOE’s human-centric mission.

HRIS Automation & Operational Excellence: Lead C&B module integrations within our cloud HRIS platform to automate payroll processing, benefits enrollment, and claims validation.

Market Benchmarking & Data Analytics: Analyze Mercer, Radford, and Korn Ferry salary data to maintain competitive pay bands across Tech, Digital Government, and ICT sectors.

Vendor & SOP Governance: Manage relationships with insurance brokers, benefit providers, and C&B consultants to maximize program ROI.

What You Bring

5+ years of progressive HR experience in corporate or state-linked entities, with at least 3 years dedicated to C&B design, total rewards modeling, and HR operations.

Advanced data modeling skills in Excel/Google Sheets (XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, nested logic) and reporting tools like PowerBI or Tableau.

Hands-on experience with Job Evaluation frameworks (Hay Group, Mercer, or WTW) and enterprise HRIS configuration (Workday, SuccessFactors, or equivalent).

Strong business acumen and communication skills to translate complex financial and rewards models into compelling executive insights.