Country Compensation & Benefits Specialist (SG & MY)

Intertek Testing Services (S) Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in testing and certification seeks a Country C&B Specialist to handle complex compensation and benefits programs across Singapore and Malaysia. This hands-on role requires strong analytical and interpersonal skills to enhance employee satisfaction and retention. Candidates should have a solid background in HR practices and be proficient in various HR systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in compensation and benefits within large companies.
• Knowledge of labor laws and compensation practices.
• Proficiency in English and familiarity with additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end compensation and benefits programs for Singapore and Malaysia.
• Conduct salary benchmarking and market analysis.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

HR systems

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Looking for a sharp, hands-on HR professional who thrives under pressure and finds satisfaction in solving complex puzzles. We’re looking for a Country C&B Specialist (SG & MY) who isn’t afraid to own their portfolio, navigate multiple systems, and tackle challenges head-on. This role is not for the faint-hearted. You’ll need grit, discipline, and the courage to dive into complex processes.

This role involves assessing business and employee needs to develop targeted programs that enhance performance, foster organizational trust, and improve employee satisfaction. The objective is to attract, retain, and motivate high-quality talent while minimizing turnover and strengthening the company’s reputation as an employer of choice.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage end-to-end compensation and benefits programs for Singapore and Malaysia (except payroll processing):

  • Ensure compensation practices comply with internal pay equity standards and local legislation;

  • Analyze market trends in benefits, particularly medical and insurance, to develop competitive proposals for annual insurance renewals and forward-looking benefits strategies;

  • Serve as the Benefits & Leave Administrator, recommending policy revisions to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations;

  • Collaborate with HRBPs to facilitate career growth progression for all job roles within the organization;

  • Conduct salary benchmarking exercises and market analysis, both proactively and reactively;

  • Participate in salary and labour market surveys and generate ad-hoc reports on employment trends (e.g., salary expectation forecasts for the upcoming year);

  • Training claims;

  • Conduct C&B onboarding sessions for new joiners;

• Partner with HRBPs, business leaders and finance teams to drive budgeting, performance bonus, salary review, long term incentive plans and benefits harmonization;

• Run analytics, report on HR metrics, and ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory guidelines;

• Support HR process improvements and system integration across platforms (e.g. HRIS, payroll tools, and benefits vendors);

• Partner with HRBPs to conduct pulse surveys and focus group discussions to enhance employee engagement and spearheading the activities;

• Any other duties as assigned by the head of department that is part of HR business partnering.

WORKING EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor's degree;

• Minimum 3 years of solid compensation and benefits experience supporting different stakeholders in established MNCs or local international companies with at least 1000 headcounts;

• Proven solid experience in HR practices, compensation cycle management (annual bonus, annual increment, budget exercises);

• Adequate knowledge of current labour law and regulations;

• Knowledge of leading practices and trends in Total Rewards including compensation, benefits, rewards and HR systems;

• Proficient in the English language, both verbal and written. The ability to speak a 2nd or 3rd language will be an advantage;

• C&B experience in “blue collar” workforce will be a huge advantage;

• C&B experience in Malaysia will be a huge advantage.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Discipline and trustworthiness when handling confidential information;

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships at all levels of the organization with a good business aptitude;

• Proven complex analytical skills;

• Driven and a self-starter who enjoys learning and working in a fast-paced environment to develop structure and procedures from scratch for greater efficiency. Not be overwhelmed by tight timelines or complexity;

• Resilient, curious, and ready to learn;

• Strong command of Excel, PowerPoint and HR systems. Not be afraid of multiple systems. Tech isn’t scary; you get it done;

• Organized and detail-oriented — you spot discrepancies before others do;

• Able to work independently, make sound decisions, and speak up when needed;

• A team player with a sense of urgency and ownership;

• Be able to accept disagreement in ideas and at work and mature to know it’s all about work.