APAC Total Rewards Partner — Compensation & Benefits

Rebash; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

OpenAI is seeking an APAC Total Rewards Business Partner to lead compensation initiatives and provide regional benefits execution across the APAC region. This role will serve as a key regional partner, translating OpenAI’s global Total Rewards strategy into programs and practices that reflect local market needs and regulatory requirements.

This role is based in Singapore with a hybrid work model of 3 days in the Singapore office per week.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in compensation, benefits, or broader Total Rewards across APAC markets.
• Strong understanding of APAC compensation and benefits practices, market dynamics, and regulatory considerations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; translate data and market information into clear recommendations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; advise senior leaders across audiences and markets.
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities; manage multiple complex initiatives in a fast-moving environment.
• Proven ability to work across HR, Recruiting, Finance, Legal, Payroll, Operations, and leadership.
• Operational mindset with focus on scalable processes, automation, data integrity, and continuous improvement.
• Adaptability; comfortable working in evolving environments with changing business needs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted APAC Total Rewards advisor on compensation, benefits, market practices, and complex employee matters.
• Support development and evolution of base pay structures, incentives, and equity frameworks.
• Partner with International Benefits Lead to implement APAC benefits programs and regional rollouts.
• Lead benchmarking and market analysis across APAC to inform recommendations.
• Collaborate with Recruiting and HRBPs on offer design and compensation decisions.
• Governance and administration of regional Total Rewards programs ensuring compliance and data integrity.
• Develop clear communications to help employees understand Total Rewards programs.
• Identify opportunities to simplify, automate, and scale Total Rewards processes.

Skills

Total Rewards Expertise

APAC knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Operational mindset

Adaptability

Job description

OpenAI is seeking an APAC Total Rewards Business Partner to lead compensation initiatives and provide regional benefits execution across the APAC region. This role will serve as a key regional partner, translating OpenAI’s global Total Rewards strategy into programs and practices that reflect local market needs and regulatory requirements.

This role is based in Singapore with a hybrid work model of 3 days in the Singapore office per week.