Sr. HR Analyst – Compensation and Benefits

Knowles Electronics (Philippines) Corporation; Lapu-Lapu; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Knowles Electronics (Philippines) Corporation is seeking a Sr. HR Analyst – Compensation and Benefits to administer, analyze, and continuously improve compensation, benefits, payroll, performance management, and HR information processes. The role supports compliance, efficiency, and excellent employee experience.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in HR with a focus on compensation, benefits, and payroll, and strong Excel and HRIS skills to drive data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR management, psychology, or related field.
• 5-7 years HR experience with compensation/benefits.
• Experience with salary benchmarking and job evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze salary proposals for hires, promotions, and transfers.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs.
• Support payroll and executive compensation processes.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and data integrity in HR systems.
• Generate reports to support compensation decisions.

Skills

Compensation & Benefits

HR Analytics

Advanced Excel

HRIS Administration

Payroll & Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HRM/related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Join our Human Resources team as a Sr. HR Analyst – Compensation and Benefits, where you will play a key role in administering, analyzing, and continuously improving compensation, benefits, payroll, performance management, and HR information processes. This position supports the company's commitment to maintaining competitive rewards programs, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and an exceptional employee experience.

What You’ll Do

Compensation Administration

• Analyze salary proposals for new hires, promotions, transfers, reclassifications, and other employee movements.

• Conduct compensation studies, cost analyses, and workforce-related reports.

• Participate in salary surveys, benchmarking activities, and market studies.

• Evaluate salary structures, job grading systems, and compensation frameworks.

• Analyze market trends and provide recommendations to support competitive and equitable compensation practices.

• Respond to compensation-related inquiries and provide policy guidance.

Benefits Administration

• Administer government-mandated and company-sponsored benefits programs.

• Monitor benefits enrollment, availment, and claims processing.

• Analyze benefits utilization and program effectiveness.

• Coordinate with insurance providers, HMO partners, telecommunications vendors, and other HR service providers.

• Provide employees with guidance on benefits policies and statutory requirements.

Executive Compensation and Payroll Support

• Coordinate with Finance and third-party providers in administering executive compensation and payroll.

• Support the administration of management benefits programs, including insurance, fleet card, and other approved benefits.

• Resolve issues related to executive compensation and benefits programs.

Compliance and External Relations

• Liaise with government agencies, service providers, and external partners regarding compensation, payroll, and benefits matters.

• Monitor labor laws, government regulations, and employment practices to ensure compliance.

• Assist in reportorial and regulatory requirements related to employee benefits administration.

Performance Management and Rewards Programs

• Administer performance management processes and monitor review completion.

• Support merit increase and performance-based pay programs.

• Assist in the administration of employee awards, recognition, and incentive programs.

• Generate reports and analyses to support compensation and talent decisions.

HRIS, Payroll, and Process Improvement

• Oversee attendance, timekeeping, and employee data management through HR systems.

• Coordinate payroll issue resolution with Finance and system providers.

• Ensure data integrity, confidentiality, and accuracy of HR records.

• Support HRIS enhancements, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Review and recommend updates to policies, procedures, and compensation and benefits programs.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Psychology, Behavioral Science, or any related field.

Experience

• 5-7 years of relevant Human Resources experience, with strong exposure to:

  • Compensation and Benefits

  • Total Rewards

  • Performance Management

• Hands-on experience in:

  • Compensation analysis

  • Salary benchmarking

  • Job evaluation

  • Salary structure administration

  • Benefits administration

  • Payroll-related processes

• Experience preparing and analyzing:

  • Compensation and benefits data

  • Workforce cost reports

  • Salary proposals

  • Management reports

• Strong experience working with HRIS platforms and advanced Microsoft Excel for reporting, reconciliation, and data analysis.

• Experience supporting annual salary reviews, market benchmarking exercises, benefits renewals, compensation planning, and performance reviews is highly preferred.

Technical Skills & Competencies

• Compensation and Benefits Expertise

• HR Data Analytics

• Advanced Microsoft Excel

• HRIS Administration and Reporting

• Payroll and Statutory Compliance

• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

• Planning and Organization

• Effective Written and Verbal Communication

• High Attention to Detail

• Strong Professional Ethics, Integrity, and Confidentiality

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to drive strategic compensation and benefits initiatives.

• Exposure to Total Rewards, HR Analytics, Payroll, and Performance Management.

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and business leaders.

• Contribute to programs that enhance employee engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness.