One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
What you'll do
As the Asia Pacific Benefits Manager, you will be a pivotal force in shaping the employee experience at Viasat. You will lead the strategic development and execution of our benefits programs across the diverse APAC region, ensuring they are competitive, compliant, and aligned with our global rewards philosophy. This role offers an outstanding opportunity to directly impact employee wellbeing and retention, contributing to Viasat's continued growth and success. Reporting to the Senior Director of Global Benefits, you'll be a key player in our global evolution.
The day-to-day
- Lead the benefits programs across APAC, including health and wellbeing, time off, retirement plans, and more.
- Align corporate rewards philosophy with local market practices to attract, retain, and engage top talent.
- Champion employee wellbeing initiatives, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
- Lead employee communication and engagement initiatives to educate employees about benefits programs.
- Maintain relationships with external vendors and consultants, ensuring optimal service delivery and cost-effectiveness.
- Oversee the day-to-day administration of benefits programs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
- Ensure all benefits programs stay in sync with relevant local regulations and analyze program data to assess effectiveness, utilization, and cost trends.
- Maintain centralized data sources and present reports and insights to leadership.
- Work closely with People & Culture, Payroll, Finance, Legal, and Talent Acquisition teams to ensure seamless program integration.
What you'll need
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in benefits management, with a focus on the Asia Pacific region, including Australia, India, and Singapore.
- Strong knowledge of benefits compliance laws and regulations and local market trends.
- Proven ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
What will help you on the job
- Experience with Workday.
- Experience with M&A activities.
- People leadership and team management abilities.
EEO Statement
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.
