Director, Compensation and Benefits

Education:

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. A master's

degree or professional certifications are preferred.

Experience:

Extensive experience (10+ years) in compensation, benefits, payroll, and total rewards

management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

Deep expertise in job evaluation, salary reviews, compensation benchmarking, and participation in market

surveys.

Proven ability to analyze and handle large employee data sets to inform compensation and benefits

decisions.

Demonstrated success in the planning, design, and management of employee benefits programs.

Strong vendor management experience, with proven ability to manage external vendors for benefits,

payroll, mobility, and compensation survey services.

Experience in managing global mobility and expatriate programs.

Experience in the hotel and integrated resort industry is a strong plus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Compensation Strategy & Management:

Design, implement, and manage comprehensive compensation programs, including salary

structures, incentives, and bonuses that align with the company's business objectives.

Lead the job evaluation process to ensure internal equity, consistency, and alignment with the

overall salary structure.

Conduct annual salary reviews and develop strategies for merit increases, promotions, and other compensation adjustments.

Oversee compensation benchmarking and survey participation, ensuring competitiveness by

analyzing industry trends and market data.

Handle and analyze large employee data sets to provide insights and recommendations for

compensation and rewards programs.

2. Benefits Planning & Administration:

Oversee the strategic planning, design, and management of employee benefits programs

(healthcare, wellness, retirement, and other benefits) that meet the needs of employees and are cost-effective.

Regularly review and benchmark benefit programs to ensure market competitiveness and

compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Manage relationships with external benefits vendors to ensure high-quality services, negotiate contract terms and optimize costs.

3. Payroll Management:

Overall payroll operations across multiple sites, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing.

Ensure compliance with local payroll laws and regulations.

Partner with finance to ensure seamless integration between payroll systems and financial

processes.

4. Total Rewards Strategy:

Develop and implement a holistic total rewards strategy that integrates compensation, benefits, and recognition programs.

Ensure alignment of total rewards programs with organizational goals, business strategy, and

employee engagement.

Effectively communicate total rewards programs and strategies to leadership and employees.

5. Expat Mobility Program:

Oversee the global mobility programs, including expatriate assignments, relocation, and cross-border employment arrangements.

Ensure compliance with local tax, labor, and immigration laws and manage partnerships with

external vendors.

6. Vendor Management:

Lead vendor management for all external service providers related to benefits, compensation

surveys, payroll processing, and global mobility.

Negotiate contracts, manage relationships, and monitor vendor performance to ensure high-

quality services and cost efficiency.

Ensure vendors comply with agreed service levels and contractual obligations.

7. Team Leadership & Development:

Lead and mentor a team of professionals across compensation, benefits, payroll, and mobility

functions.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration within the HR

operations team.

Provide guidance and development opportunities for team members to achieve personal and

professional growth.

8. Compliance & Reporting:

Ensure compliance with all compensation, benefits, and payroll regulations.

Prepare and present regular reports to senior leadership on compensation, benefits, and payroll trends and metrics.

Monitor changes in regulations and adjust policies and practices as needed to ensure continued compliance.

9. HR Technology & Process Optimization:

Leverage HR technology and systems to optimize compensation, benefits, and payroll processes.

Ensure the effective use of HRIS and other systems for tracking and managing employee

compensation, benefits, and payroll data.

KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Strong understanding of compensation design, job evaluation methodologies, and benefits strategy.

Expertise in managing payroll systems and ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Strong vendor negotiation and contract management skills.

Ability to lead, coach, and develop a diverse team of HR professionals.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.