Compensation and Benefits Sr. Lead

Senior Lead – Compensation & Benefits

Location: Taguig
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday | Morning shift

Role Overview

We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Senior Lead for Compensation & Benefits to drive the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of our total rewards programs. This role plays a critical part in ensuring our compensation and benefits strategies are competitive, compliant, and aligned with business goals—supporting both talent attraction and retention.

As a senior individual contributor and people leader, you will partner closely with HR, Finance, and business leaders to deliver data-driven reward solutions that support organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

Compensation Strategy & Management

• Lead the development, review, and execution of company-wide compensation structures, salary bands, and incentive programs.

• Conduct market benchmarking and salary surveys to ensure external competitiveness and internal equity.

• Manage annual salary reviews, merit increases, and incentive planning cycles.

• Provide analytical insights and recommendations on compensation trends, cost impact, and pay governance.

Benefits Design & Administration

• Oversee the design, administration, and optimization of employee benefits programs (HMO, insurance, leave benefits, wellness initiatives, etc.).

• Evaluate benefits vendors, manage renewals, and negotiate cost-effective yet competitive packages.

• Ensure employee benefits are clearly communicated and well-understood across the organization.

Governance, Compliance & Policies

• Ensure compensation and benefits programs comply with labor laws, tax regulations, and internal policies.

• Develop, maintain, and enhance compensation and benefits policies, guidelines, and documentation.

• Support audits and ensure accurate reporting related to compensation and benefits.

Stakeholder & Leadership Support

• Act as a trusted advisor to HR leadership and business heads on compensation and benefits matters.

• Provide guidance on job leveling, role evaluation, and reward decisions.

• Lead and mentor team members involved in compensation and benefits operations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in Compensation & Benefits, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role.

• Strong background in compensation structuring, benefits management, and market benchmarking.

• Solid understanding of Philippine labor laws, payroll-related regulations, and taxation impacting employee benefits.

• Advanced analytical skills with strong proficiency in Excel and HR systems.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking with strong attention to detail

• Data-driven decision-making

• Stakeholder management and influencing skills

• Strong communication and presentation abilities

• High level of confidentiality and professionalism