Global Subject Matter Expert; SME – Senior Manager
Singapore
Listed on 2026-01-11
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HR/Recruitment
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Management
HR Manager, Talent Manager
Global Benefits Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Senior Manager
Vialto Partners is a market leader in Global Mobility Services. Our purpose is to “Connect the World.” We are unique and the only stand‑alone global mobility business. Our teams help companies streamline and effectively manage their global mobility programs in a cost‑efficient and compliant manner. Our services focus on providing cross‑border compliance and risk assessment for tax, immigration, business travel, rewards and compensation, and remote work.
Working at Vialto Partners is about getting the chance to be part of a global and dynamic team. Globally, Vialto Partners has over 8,000 staff worldwide and continues to grow.
We are a dynamic, global organization focused on transforming the global mobility ecosystem to support multinational companies and their globally mobile workforce. With over 7,000 employees in 50+ countries, we are building a culture where innovation, diversity, and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.
As part of our Global People Team, we are looking for a passionate Benefits Strategy Manager to lead and optimize our employee benefits and wellbeing strategy across the APAC region. This role is critical in shaping inclusive, compliant, and market‑competitive benefits that enhance the employee experience and align with our global Total Rewards strategy.
The APAC Benefits Strategy Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing regional benefits programs—including health and wellbeing, retirement, life, disability, absence, and other perks. The successful candidate will act as the strategic point of contact for benefits across APAC (≈12 countries), managing vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with diverse local regulations, and partnering with internal stakeholders to support Vialto’s growth and evolving workforce needs.
Key Responsibilities- Benefits Strategy & Design
- Lead the design and optimization of employee benefits and wellbeing programs across APAC.
- Align benefits strategy with global Total Rewards objectives and regional 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 APAC‑specific benefits, market trends, and innovations.
- Program & Vendor Management
- Manage relationships with regional 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.
- Compliance & Risk Mitigation
- 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.
- Communication & Change Management
- Lead regional communications for benefit changes, open enrollment, and ongoing education initiatives.
- Data & Analytics
- Analyze utilization trends, cost drivers, and employee sentiment to inform data‑driven decisions.
- Report key insights and recommendations to the Global Benefits Director and APAC leadership.
- Track and manage the regional benefits budget in collaboration with Finance.
- Global Collaboration
- Collaborate with Benefits Strategy Managers in EMEA and the Americas to align on global programs and share best practices.
- 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.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
- CEBS, IFEBP Global Certification, or equivalent professional certification strongly preferred.
- Experience
- 7–10+ years of progressive experience in employee benefits within a multinational or matrixed organization.
- Demonstrated experience designing and managing APAC region benefits programs across multiple countries.
- Proven ability to…
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