Join a Fortune 500 global technology and services leader as a Total Rewards Manager, driving strategic compensation and benefits (C&B) initiatives across a dynamic, international workforce. This high-impact leadership role blends compensation strategy, benefits innovation, and team management within a flexible hybrid working environment. You will partner with senior stakeholders locally and globally to design reward programs that strengthen market competitiveness and employee engagement in Japan's fast-evolving IT sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and evolve salary structures, bonus schemes, and incentive programs to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity.
- Lead market benchmarking, job evaluations, and salary surveys to align global and local compensation strategies.
- Implement large-scale compensation and change management initiatives, ensuring smooth organizational adoption.
- Develop and oversee a comprehensive benefits strategy including healthcare, leave, and wellness programs to enhance employee value proposition.
- Manage vendor negotiations and broker relationships to optimize cost efficiency and service quality.
- Act as a strategic advisor to leadership, delivering insights through data-driven analysis and leading key stakeholder communications.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a specialized Rewards team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in Compensation & Benefits (C&B) with strong expertise in compensation strategy and workforce planning.
- In-depth knowledge of C&B laws, regulations, and compliance requirements in Japan, with experience ensuring regulatory adherence.
- Proven experience managing and developing a small team.
- Demonstrated ability to align compensation strategies with both global and local business objectives.
Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into strategic recommendations.
- Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Strong business acumen and leadership capability.
Language Requirements:
- Japanese: Native level
- English: Fluent (ability to negotiate and present to global stakeholders)
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Experience leading compensation transformation projects within global or multinational organizations.
- Strong exposure to HR systems, data analytics, and technology-driven HR environments.
About the Company
Our client is a Fortune 500® global services and technology organization bridging human expertise with digital innovation worldwide. With a strong presence across international markets, the company is recognized for its people-first culture, operational excellence, and innovation-driven growth. This role offers exposure to global best practices while contributing to strategic HR initiatives in Japan's competitive IT landscape.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Competitive compensation package (¥11M-¥14M) within a globally recognized organization.
- Hybrid and flexible working style supporting strong work-life balance.
- Opportunity to collaborate with a diverse global workforce across multiple regions.
- Access to continuous learning and structured career development pathways.
- High-impact role influencing compensation strategy in a technology-driven environment.
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