Lyn Synn Teoh
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Focused on revamping benefits plans and compensation frameworks to align with company cost and quality goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Compensation Manager
HP
05.2021 - Current
- Optimized salary structures for increased employee retention and reduced turnover rates.
- Developed comprehensive compensation strategies to attract top talent and maintain a motivated workforce.
- Conducted thorough market research on industry salary trends, ensuring the company''s competitiveness in attracting skilled professionals.
- Streamlined the annual merit increase process, resulting in more efficient distribution of funds across all departments.
- Managed salary surveys, providing valuable data for informed decision-making regarding compensation adjustments.
- Collaborated with HR business partners to assess job descriptions and ensure accurate benchmarking of roles within the organization.
- Developed educational materials for managers to better understand the company''s pay philosophy and how it applied to their teams' salaries and bonuses.
- Implemented an effective communication strategy on compensation updates throughout the organization, enhancing transparency and employee engagement.
Total Rewards Specialist
HP
01.2018 - 05.2021
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by developing and implementing competitive total rewards programs.
- Streamlined benefits administration processes for increased efficiency and accuracy.
- Managed the annual open enrollment process, ensuring a smooth experience for all employees.
- Partnered with benefits vendors to negotiate favorable contract terms, reducing costs without sacrificing quality or service levels.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing benefits programs through regular audits and made recommendations for improvements as needed.
- Developed comprehensive communication materials to educate employees on the value of their total rewards package.
- Analyzed workforce demographics data to identify trends impacting total rewards strategy, making adjustments as needed to maintain competitiveness in the market.
- Coordinated employee wellness initiatives aimed at promoting overall well-being while driving down healthcare costs.
- Supported mergers and acquisitions activities by conducting due diligence related to compensation, benefits, equity awards, change-in-control provisions, etc.
- Checked employees' benefits enrollment for accuracy and partner with vendor to inputted all data into benefits software.
- Negotiated and managed contracts with health insurance providers to secure cost-effective employee coverage.
- Coordinated and conducted employee orientations to promote understanding of coverage and options.
- Collaborated with HR to develop and maintain up-to-date benefits policies.
- Analyzed and reported on employee benefits data to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.
- Built relationships with vendors to foster quality service delivery.
- Created employee education programs to improve understanding of benefits packages and increase utilization.
- Managed Annual Union Negotiation process with HR Partner to ensure smooth closure. This includes the Compensation (merit, bonus) and Benefits review and costing proposal.
Benefits & Compensation Specialist
Dell
09.2015 - 12.2017
- Streamlined benefits enrollment process for new hires, ensuring timely access to coverage and reducing administrative workload.
- Enhanced employee retention rates by conducting detailed compensation analyses and recommending competitive salary adjustments.
- Successfully negotiated favorable contract terms with insurance providers, lowering costs for the organization without compromising coverage quality.
- Reduced Overtime calculation and introduced new calculation rate. Huge Cost saving from this exercise as well as managing expectation from business leader.
- Enabled smoother onboarding experiences by presenting clear explanations of available benefits during new hire orientations sessions.
- Maintained detailed records of all benefits-related transactions in line with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Involved in the Merger & Acquisition process with Dell & EMC, worked with External Vendors and HR from both companies to successfully merge both Compensation and benefits programs.
IT Systems Administrator
Dell
Malaysia
2016.09 - 2017.09
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Northumbria University
United Kingdom07.2004
Skills
- Time Management
- Salary Benchmarking
- Attention to Detail
- Decision Making
- Market Pricing Analysis
- Adaptability
Accomplishments
- Achieved 60% of benefits cost saving by introducing Flexible benefits plan, on board external vendor to administer the benefits programs.
Certification
AHRI - Australian Human Resources Institute.
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary (A2)
Malay
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Regional Compensation Manager
HP
05.2021 - Current
Total Rewards Specialist
HP
01.2018 - 05.2021
IT Systems Administrator
Dell
2016.09 - 2017.09
Benefits & Compensation Specialist
Dell
09.2015 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Northumbria University
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