Total Rewards Lead, Japan (Senior Manager)
Location:
Tokyo, Japan (Hybrid)
Overview
Carrier is seeking a strategic and hands-on Total Rewards Lead, Japan to oversee compensation, benefits, mobility, and reward programs across Japan. Reporting directly to the APAC Total Rewards team, this standalone senior-level position will play a critical role in driving market-competitive and data-driven rewards strategies while leading key projects and influencing business decisions. This role offers extensive exposure to regional stakeholders and opportunities to contribute to initiatives across Asia.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the design, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of Total Rewards programs in Japan.
• Drive compensation and benefits analyses to ensure internal equity and external market competitiveness.
• Develop recommendations and proposals for compensation structures, incentive programs, and benefits offerings.
• Lead annual reviews and renewals of Sales Incentive Plans and other reward programs.
• Manage relocation-related compensation, allowances, and benefits programs for domestic employee transfers.
• Conduct compensation reviews for factory employees, including minimum wage assessments and hourly workforce pay practices.
• Lead insurance program evaluations, vendor negotiations, and annual renewals.
• Prepare data-driven reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior leadership and regional stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary Total Rewards advisor to HR and business leaders across Japan.
• Participate in and lead regional Total Rewards projects across Asia Pacific.
Why Join This Role?
This role offers a unique opportunity to operate as the Total Rewards expert for Japan while working closely with a global and regional HR organization. The position provides significant exposure to APAC leadership, opportunities to lead cross-country projects, and the ability to influence strategic business decisions through data-driven insights. Candidates will benefit from a strong learning environment, international collaboration, and the opportunity to challenge existing practices while driving meaningful change within a global organization.
Qualifications & Candidate Profile
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in relevant areas including Compensation, Benefits, and/or Total Rewards.
• Strong experience in compensation analysis, salary benchmarking, and benefits program management.
• Advanced data analytics skills with the ability to derive insights and make business recommendations.
• Business-level English and Native Fluent Japanese communication skills.
Preferred Experience & Skills
• Experience working in a multinational or global organization.
• Experience managing incentive plans, mobility/relocation programs, or benefits programs.
• Experience leading cross-functional or regional HR projects.
• Proficiency in Excel, HR systems, and data visualization/reporting tools.
• Experience managing external vendors, consultants, or benefits providers.
Desired Characteristics
• Highly analytical and data-driven decision-maker.
• Able to challenge the status quo and drive continuous improvement.
• Comfortable working independently in a standalone expert role.
• Strong multitasking and project management capabilities.
• Agile, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
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