C&B Officer
Singapore, SG, 139644
Established in 1972, Dover Court International School in Singapore is a leading inclusive international school with British heritage, serving international families, set on a green 12-acre site about 20 minutes from the Singapore CBD. Dover Court International School is a community with inclusion at its heart. With close to 2000 students aged 3 to 18, our unique Pathway programme enables us to provide an education that meets the needs of a diverse student population, ensuring all learners are appropriately supported and challenged in their learning. This is reflected in our excellent outcomes for all learners.
Our unique approach enables us to prepare all students to flourish in our dynamic world, so they are active participants in a globally connected community, now and throughout life. This was recently recognized as Dover Court International School was chosen for the ‘UK Impact in Singapore’ 2022 award by the British Chamber of Commerce.
In our Early Years we use a Reggio Emilia inspired approach. In Primary we are guided by the National Curriculum for England and the International Primary Curriculum. In Secondary we have IGCSE/GCSE, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and International BTEC qualifications. We also offer courses that focus on English, mathematics, life skills and employability through ASDAN programmes.
All students are involved in a wide range of co-curricular activities, mainly run by teaching staff. Resulting in a rich and varied co-curricular offer for our students, with our school active and competitive in the local international school sports league across a number of sports. The school has an extensive programme of residential trips starting in Year 3 up to the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award in Secondary.
We are also members of the Federation of British International Schools in Asia (FOBISIA) and are accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
Dover Court is a strong, vibrant community, where all staff are well supported with access to a range of professional learning opportunities and a commitment to professional reflection and growth.
About the Role
Compensation & Benefits Specialist
Dover Court International School | Nord Anglia Education
Dover Court International School, part of the Nord Anglia Education global family, is seeking a skilled and detail-driven Compensation & Benefits (C&B) Specialist to play a key role in delivering fair, competitive and compliant total rewards practices.
This is an excellent opportunity for a subject-matter expert who enjoys working hands-on across compensation, payroll and benefits, while partnering closely with HR and finance stakeholders to enhance employee experience in a diverse international school environment.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and value the different perspectives, experiences and strengths people bring.
Why This Role?
This role goes beyond administration. As the C&B Specialist, you will be a trusted expert supporting:
- Equitable and transparent reward practices
- Strong payroll governance and compliance
- Positive employee experience and wellbeing
- Data-informed reward decisions
If you enjoy working at the intersection of total rewards, analytics, compliance and service excellence, this role offers both impact and purpose.
Key Responsibilities
Compensation & Total Rewards
- Support the delivery and ongoing refinement of compensation frameworks aligned with market benchmarks, internal equity and budget guidelines.
- Support annual salary review, merit and adjustment cycles, ensuring fairness, accuracy and consistency.
- Conduct compensation benchmarking and analysis to inform reward decisions.
- Respond to reward-related queries from HR partners, managers and employees.
Payroll & Benefits Operations
- Support accurate and timely monthly payroll processing in line with contractual terms and Singapore employment legislation.
- Administer employee benefits programmes, including medical insurance, with a strong focus on service quality and accessibility.
- Act as a knowledgeable and approachable point of contact for staff queries relating to pay, benefits and statutory deductions.
- Ensure accurate processing of final salary settlements and offboarding payments.
Compliance, Governance & Risk
- Ensure compensation, payroll and benefits practices comply with Singapore employment law and statutory requirements.
- Maintain accurate documentation and records to support audits and internal controls.
- Stay up to date with regulatory, legislative and market developments impacting compensation and benefits.
Data, Reporting & Insights
- Prepare regular compensation, payroll and benefits reports.
- Manage and maintain accuracy of HR systems
- Support people analytics and workforce reporting with accurate and timely data.
- Identify trends, risks and opportunities to improve reward processes and outcomes.
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
- Work closely with HR colleagues, finance teams and school leaders to support people initiatives.
- Contribute to regional compensation and benefits initiatives across the SEAME region.
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve systems and enhance employee experience.
About You
We recognise that strong candidates may come from different backgrounds. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement listed.
Experience & Expertise
- Proven experience in compensation, benefits and/or payroll roles.
- Solid understanding of Singapore employment legislation, payroll practices and statutory contributions.
- Experience working in international, matrixed or multicultural environments.
- Background in education, not-for-profit or purpose-led organisations is welcome but not essential.
- Professional HR, payroll or reward qualification (e.g. CIPD, CPP or equivalent) is an advantage.
Skills & Personal Attributes
- Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail.
- Clear, confident and respectful communication style.
- High levels of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism.
- Comfortable working with HR systems, data and reporting tools.
- Inclusive, service-oriented and solutions-focused.
- Proactive, adaptable and committed to continuous improvement.
What We Offer
- A purpose-led role in a leading international school.
- Exposure to regional and global total rewards practices through Nord Anglia Education.
- A collaborative, inclusive and supportive HR team.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on employee experience and wellbeing.
- A professional environment that values learning, growth and continuous improvement.
- A variety of professional development opportunities throughout the employment journey
At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.
All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.
We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.