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General Manager, Total Rewards & Performance

Kuala Lumpur Permanent MYR28,000 - MYR35,000 per month (MYR336,000 - MYR420,000 per year) View Job Description
This role supports the GCHRO in formulating strategies, policies and guidelines governing the practices related to total rewards and HR analytics, and is responsible for delivering pragmatic and comprehensive solutions leveraging on the relevant technology platforms with an aim to heighten attraction, retention and engagement.
  • Lead transformation in a dynamic, values-driven organisation.
  • An organization that value growth and change.

About Our Client

A leading regional financial institution, the company provides a comprehensive suite of banking and financial services across retail, corporate, and capital markets segments. With a strong footprint in key growth markets, it serves individuals, SMEs, and large enterprises through an integrated platform spanning lending, deposits, wealth management, and advisory solutions.

Job Description



  • Lead the development, review, and alignment of Group-wide compensation, benefits, and incentive frameworks, balancing overarching principles with business needs to strengthen the Group's ability to attract and retain talent through effective total rewards strategies.


  • Champion the Group's reward philosophy, including job architecture, grading frameworks, pay positioning, role titling, performance-linked reward strategies, and governance standards.


  • Continuously assess and refine total rewards solutions to ensure alignment with business priorities-maintaining internal equity, cost efficiency, strong performance incentives, reinforcement of desired behaviors, and external market competitiveness.


  • Drive Group-level benchmarking, job evaluation, and pay equity analyses to ensure competitiveness, fairness, and regulatory compliance.


  • Oversee daily HR operations, including payroll, employee data management, HR policies, and shared people services.


  • Enhance operational efficiency through process optimization and high-quality service delivery across the HR Operations function.


  • Manage and evolve the organisation's performance management framework, including the annual appraisal cycle.



The Successful Applicant



  • Minimum 15 years of progressive HR experience, with strong expertise across Total Rewards, HR Operations, Performance Management, and governance frameworks.


  • Experience in regulated or highly governed environments (e.g., insurance, financial services, banking) is preferred.


  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.


  • Proven stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and partner effectively across senior leadership levels.


  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to engage and articulate ideas clearly.


  • Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels, effectively balancing long-term planning with hands-on execution.



What's on Offer



Be part of a well-established and reputable organisation, where you will play a key role in driving HR operational excellence, strengthening total rewards practices, and contributing meaningfully to the broader people and business agenda.

Make a tangible impact in shaping a high-performing, future-ready workforce while partnering closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation.

Contact
Ben Chew
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7018539
Phone number
6012 329 0871

Job summary

Function
Human Resources
Specialisation
Compensation & Benefits
What is your area of specialisation?
Financial Services
Location
Kuala Lumpur
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Chew
Consultant contact
6012 329 0871
Job Reference
JN-052026-7018539

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.