Rewards Manager, AP

Trane Technologies; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Malaysia is seeking a Rewards Manager to lead Total Rewards solutions, focusing on compensation, benefits, and program delivery for APAC. You will partner with HRBPs and business leaders to drive benchmarking, equity initiatives, and regional policies, ensuring governance and market competitiveness.

The role requires 8–10 years in compensation and benefits within a multinational, strong analytical skills, effective communication, and proven Workday HRIS experience.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of in-depth experience in Compensation & Benefits in an MNC.
• Preferred experience in North and Southeast Asia.
• Strong knowledge of regional compensation and benefits practices and labor laws.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Sharp attention to detail with strong administrative capabilities.
• Process-oriented, results-driven and adaptable to business needs.
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in HRIS with Workday system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business and HR management to deliver Total Rewards solutions.
• Lead sales and local incentive reviews with advisory support and effectiveness studies.
• Ensure job architecture and evaluation align with policies.
• Manage off-cycle compensation reviews to control spend.
• Develop Total Rewards programs that support growth and EVP.
• Enhance Total Rewards knowledge within HR teams and leaders.
• Oversee benefits programs balancing competitiveness and retention.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and governance.
• Contribute to regional Total Rewards initiatives like benchmarking and equity programs.
• Deliver global Total Rewards projects for AP region, including Workday implementation.

Skills

analytical skills

communication skills

presentation skills

problem-solving

team player

HRIS

Tools

Workday

HRIS

Job description

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Where is the work:

On-Site (5 days)

What's in it for you

As one of the key players in APAC Total Rewards team, the Rewards Manager is responsible for delivering high quality Total Rewards solutions and professional compensation and benefits consultation to our HRBPs and business management to support achieving business goals.

What you will do

• Partner with business and HR management, deliver Total Rewards solutions to support business objectives.
• Lead the sales and local incentive review process by providing advisory support and conducting effectiveness studies.
• Ensure job architecture and evaluation processes comply with company policies and principles.
• Manage the off-cycle compensation review process to ensure effective spending.
• Develop and deliver Total Rewards solutions that support business growth and enhance the employee value proposition.
• Improve the Total Rewards knowledge and capabilities of HR teams and people leaders to make informed compensation decisions.
• Oversee benefits programs to ensure a good balance of market competitiveness, talent attraction and retention, and company impact.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, company policies, and governance.

As a key member of the AP Total Rewards team, contribute to regional Total Rewards initiatives, including but not limited to:

• Annual compensation benchmarking and salary structure review
• Year-end compensation planning process
• AIM and Equity program deployment in the region
• Regional policies and process development and implementation
• Deliver assigned global Total Rewards projects on behalf of the AP region, including Workday implementation and change management, pay transparency projects, etc.

What you will bring

• 8-10 years of in-depth experience in Compensation & Benefits function in a multinational corporation (MNC), with preferred experience in North and Southeast Asia.
• Familiarity with corporate working environments and a strong understanding of business operations.
• Strong knowledge of regional compensation and benefits practices, labor laws, and market trends.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong administrative skills with keen attention to detail.
• Efficient and results-driven.
• Process-oriented with the flexibility to accommodate business needs.
• Excellent presentation skills, both written and oral.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively.
• Proficiency in HRIS, mastery of the Workday system is preferred
• Mature, persistent, and a team player.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.