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Reward Specialist

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Requisition ID: 56270
Position Type: FT Permanent
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About Kerry


Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.


About the role


Work Location : 1Powerhouse, Petaling Jaya, Selangor.


This role offers a dynamic opportunity to impact employees’ experiences directly while driving the organization’s strategic rewards agenda in a collaborative, innovative, and people-centric environment.


Key responsibilities


  • Deliver end-to-end HR Rewards support with a strong focus on benefits and compensation administration, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Serve as the escalation point for employee or manager Rewards-related concerns, collaborating with Tier 1 GBS and escalating to Centers of Excellence (COE) or HR Business Partners (HRBP) when necessary.
  • Oversee and manage key HR and Rewards programs, such as car programs, scholarship initiatives, education assistance, benefit plans, compensation plans, and recognition programs.
  • Administer leave of absence programs for require region, ensuring a seamless experience for employees and compliance with policies.
  • Handle employee lifecycle rewards processes, including new hires, life events, and terminations, to provide a smooth and engaging employee experience.
  • Manage and administer pension and retirement plans for [insert Regions here], ensuring compliance and effective delivery.
  • Cultivate effective working relationships across Kerry by leveraging communication tools, fostering collaboration, and understanding HR Rewards policies and the unique needs of the business.
  • Utilize Continuous Excellence tools to drive cost-effective solutions and deliver efficient resources for key stakeholders.
  • Ensure all rewards programs comply with local and regional regulatory requirements.
  • Work closely with HR Directors (HRDs), HRBPs, HR Managers, and COEs to execute and enhance the Rewards strategy effectively.
  • Identify opportunities for program enhancements and proactively contribute to the evolution of the Rewards framework.
  • Take on additional duties as required, contributing to the continuous improvement and success of the Rewards function.

Qualifications and skills


  • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced certifications in rewards or compensation (e.g., GRP, CCP) are a plus.
  • 3 years of experience in a rewards-focused role, with demonstrated expertise in managing multi-country or regional responsibilities.
  • Strong knowledge of employment laws and local regulations, with the ability to confidently train and advise stakeholders on compliance and best practices.
  • Hands-on experience with HR systems, particularly SAP SuccessFactors and ServiceNow HR Service Delivery Suite, is highly desirable.
  • Strong analytical capabilities to interpret compensation data and market trends, along with a strategic mindset to design and implement effective reward programs.
  • A proactive approach to identifying opportunities for efficiency and enhancement in rewards processes and systems.

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

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