Compensation & Benefits Specialist

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

As the Compensation & Benefits Specialist, you will be responsible for administering employees' rewards, payroll and benefits. Working with JI Ayala & Company and its service clients. You will manage payroll processing, tax compliance, and benefits administration, making sure everything runs smoothly and in line with company policies and labor laws. Your role will focus on maintaining payroll accuracy, HRIS and addressing employee concerns.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Compensation and Benefits Management

• Drive the definition of a fair, equitable, and competitive total compensation and benefits package aligned with the company's strategic objectives.
• Contribute to salary and labor market research to establish benchmark standards.
• Liaise with third-party service providers (e.g. HMO, Life Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Payroll, SSS, Philhealth, Pag-ibig and others) for enrollment, deletion, and resolution of benefit-related issues.
• Manage all aspects of benefits, compensation, and reimbursement procedures.
• Assist HR Manager to administer comprehensive compensation programs for the organization.
• Communicate information to employees about benefit programs, procedures, and changes in government-mandated benefits.
• Provide strategic advice to the HR Manager on compensation and benefits decisions.

Payroll and Office Administration

• Manage employee compensation and ensuring smooth daily office operations, respectively, encompassing tasks like payroll processing, record-keeping, and maintaining office efficiency.
• Manage, keep track of, and update employee records and HR database, including 201 filing, attendance, benefits utilization, employee movements, and training utilization.
• Administer and process payroll for all employees.
• Collaborate with the finance team for procurement and fees, including management of subscriptions and vendors.
• Provide support in other areas of Human Resources Operations as may be required
• Participates in strategic projects and initiatives

Financial Compliance and Management

• Ensure that compensation practices are in compliance with current laws and regulations
• Assist the HR Manager to prepare the compensation and benefits budget, including the regular monitoring, reporting, and adjusting of the budget
• Use various methods and techniques and make data-based decisions on direct financial, indirect financial, and nonfinancial compensations
• Keep track of payroll financial items (i.e. statutory compliance, payroll budget forecasting, and reporting) and coordinate with the Accounting team, government agencies, and other relevant parties to ensure local statutory requirements are met

HR Systems & Data Management

• Maintain and update HRIS and payroll systems to ensure accurate employee compensation and benefits records.
• Monitor and analyze compensation metrics to support strategic decision-making.

Employee Support & Communication

• Provide guidance to employees on compensation and benefits-related queries.
• Address employee concerns and resolve issues related to payroll, benefits, and taxation.
• Ensure transparency in compensation and benefits programs by communicating policies clearly to employees.

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in compensation and benefits administration.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, payroll processing, and taxation regulations.
• Proficiency in HRIS and payroll software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• High level of confidentiality and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with employees at all levels.
• Problem-Solving & Adaptability
• Team Collaboration and Cross-Functional Communication

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company Christmas gift
• Company events
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Application Question(s):

• What's prompting your search for new opportunities at this time?
• What is your current/previous salary?

What is your expected salary? Is this negotiable?

If negotiable, what would be an acceptable or comfortable range for you?

• If selected, how soon would you be available to start?

Work Location: In person