The position will be reporting to the Director, Compensation & Benefits, Asia. This position is responsible for managing end-to-end Compensation & Benefits (C&B) for Greater China markets (Hong Kong, China & Taiwan) which includes providing strategic direction, program development and ongoing management of C&B programs. Additionally, the role contributes to the global C&B agenda by taking part in both global and regional projects.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide C&B guidance and advice to business leaders and HR teams to support the people agenda and market engagement plans
• Lead & drive annual agenda, plan & budget with HR & Business leadership teams
• Evaluate existing programs against external market and other markets in Amex, along with employee voice to conceptualize & design new innovative programs
• End-to-end design & execution of these programs in the areas of compensation, benefits and/or employee health & wellness
• Actively developing employee health and well-being programs in the context of global strategy and relevant to local market needs
• Embedding culture of recognition in the markets
• Provide in-market support to annual pay review, bonus cycle, relocations, offers, insurances etc. Lead change with respect to annual year cycle for the respective markets as part of global transformations
• Carry out pay surveys / market intelligence studies
• Demonstrating value of our programs via measurement of utilization, impact and outcomes
• Responsible for end-to-end governance of programs e.g. vendor relationship management, compliance and other statutory requirements
• Oversee and assess services of benefits consultants, brokers, third party administrators and other providers
• Develop program communication with support from Global Compensation & Benefits communication team
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory frameworks and internal procedures as they relate to market specific C&B programs
• Leverage opportunities to participate in global and regional C&B projects in support of our wider HR strategy

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in the C&B function
• Fluency in English. Local language fluency is preferred.
• Knowledge C&B related statutory requirements in of Great China markets
• Growth mindset, exceptional relationship building and influencing skills, ability to work autonomously with multiple stakeholder.

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations. 

Why American Express? 
 
At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. Whether we’re supporting our customers’ financial confidence to move ahead, taking commerce to new heights, or encouraging people to explore the world, our colleagues are constantly redefining what’s possible — and we’re proud to back each other every step of the way. When you join #TeamAmex, you become part of a diverse community of over 60,000 colleagues, all with a common goal to deliver an exceptional cus tomer experience every day. We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That’s why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.

Why American Express?

There’s a difference between having a job and making a difference.

American Express has been making a difference in people’s lives for over 160 years, backing them in moments big and small, granting access, tools, and resources to take on their biggest challenges and reap the greatest rewards.

We’ve also made a difference in the lives of our people, providing a culture of learning and collaboration, and helping them with what they need to succeed and thrive. We have their backs as they grow their skills, conquer new challenges, or even take time to spend with their family or community. And when they’re ready to take on a new career path, we’re right there with them, giving them the guidance and momentum into the best future they envision.

Because we believe that the best way to back our customers is to back our people.

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