Policy & Total Reward Manager

The Policy & Total Reward Manager is accountable for implementing a compelling, attractive, competitive, and cost-effective reward package for the associates of the company on a local level according to the guidelines defined at the Global/Central Level.

The Human Resources function acts as a facilitator for the company’s vision in building leadership capability, driving a performance culture, and enhancing associate engagement.

The Policy & Total Reward Manager is responsible for payroll activities such as time and attendance, administration, processes, and policies. The Policy & Total Reward Manager guarantees that salaries and wages are paid accurately and on time, in line with applicable legislation.

Responsibilities/ Key Activities:

• Conduct market analysis and salary survey participation to ensure internal and external equity and market competitiveness.
• Roll out and follow up on reward programs, including the development, implementation, annual review, and updating of salary structures and the annual merit process.
• Ensure benefit programs are market competitive and aligned with the reward philosophy and the business unit, alongside the creation and implementation of incentive plans and benefit programs.
• Provide internal professional advice and support the business with all aspects of remuneration and legislation.
• Manage and monitor the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) / Budget for the Johor site by working closely with respective HRBPs.
• Ensure that all company benefit programs, including medical care, pensions, bonuses, etc., are managed efficiently and effectively while monitoring compensation laws and regulations to ensure compliance.
• Update payroll records by reviewing and approving changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, savings deductions, job titles, and department/division transfers.
• Coordinate and manage the payroll process for the organization, suggesting changes/upgrades as required.
• Check and audit all payrolls to ensure legislative and awards compliance and maintain payroll guidelines by writing and updating policies and procedures.
• Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on necessary actions.
• Fully manage the insurance management and administration process.
• Be responsible for HR analytical data, dashboards, or any statistical or survey data for the business as needed.
• Conduct internal/external research on best practices in HR policies and practices, identifying necessary changes and recommendations.
• Ensure that HR policies are maintained.
• Develop systematic feedback mechanisms for evaluating policy impact and effectiveness, and mechanisms for respective policy updates and changes, considering evolving organizational goals and needs.
• Provide advice on the application and, where necessary, interpretation of policies and practices, considering past practices and precedents, and, if necessary, case law.
• Promote consistent application of HR policies and practices throughout the organization.