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DayOne

Benefits Manager

DayOne

APAC Benefits Strategy Manager at DayOne leading design and management of global benefits programs. Act as strategic point of contact for benefits across APAC markets ensuring compliance and supporting growth.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeJohor • 🇲🇾 MalaysiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and optimizing global employee benefits and wellbeing programs, ensuring compliance with local regulations and alignment with Total Rewards objectives. Proven ability to analyze data, manage vendor relationships, and communicate effectively with HR and leadership.

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Global Benefits Program DesignVendor ManagementRegulatory ComplianceData AnalysisEmployee Communication

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Hard Skills
Employee Benefits DesignBenefits Program ManagementRegulatory InsightsCost AnalysisBenchmarking
Soft Skills
Strategic AdvisoryRelationship ManagementTraining and DevelopmentContinuous Improvement
Tools & Technologies
Workday
Certifications & Qualifications
CEBSIFEBP Global Certification
Industry Keywords
Total RewardsWellbeing ProgramsMultinational OrganizationStatutory Benefits FrameworksAudit Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the design and optimization of employee benefits and wellbeing programs globally
  • Align benefits strategy with global Total Rewards objectives and local market practices.
  • Utilize benchmarking, regulatory insights, and employee feedback to recommend new offerings and enhancements.
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to HR and leadership on benefits, market trends, and innovations.
  • Manage relationships with brokers, insurers, third-party administrators, and other service providers.
  • Lead RFPs, contract negotiations, and service delivery oversight to ensure high-quality and cost-effective offerings.
  • Conduct routine vendor audits and performance evaluations.
  • Ensure all programs comply with local benefits laws and regulations across APAC.
  • Partner with Legal, Finance, and internal compliance teams to proactively manage risk and ensure audit readiness.
  • Monitor and respond to complex and fast-evolving regulatory changes impacting benefits in the region.
  • Lead communications for benefit changes, open enrollment, and ongoing education initiatives.
  • Develop content that clearly conveys value, eligibility, and processes to employees and HR partners.
  • Train HR on benefits policies and escalation processes.
  • Analyze utilization trends, cost drivers, and employee sentiment to inform data-driven decisions.
  • Report key insights and recommendations to the Total Rewards Director, CHRO and leadership.
  • Track and manage the global benefits budget in collaboration with Finance.
  • Support global initiatives including wellbeing campaigns, recognition programs, M&A integration, and Workday enhancements.
  • Actively contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and employee-centric design.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
  • 4–8+ years of progressive experience in employee benefits within a multinational or matrixed organization.
  • Demonstrated experience designing and managing benefits programs across multiple countries globally.
  • Proven ability to manage vendors and complex benefit delivery models across diverse regulatory environments.
  • Strong knowledge of global compliance requirements and statutory benefits frameworks.
  • CEBS, IFEBP Global Certification, or equivalent professional certification preferred.