About this role
INSEAD is a Mission-Driven Global Organisation and is rapidly evolving to shape the future of business education
We develop responsible, globally minded leaders to improve the well-being of societies through world-class education across four continents. As we operate in a very dynamic and rapidly changing sector, we continue to innovate, modernising our operations, and driving ambitious strategic initiatives across our campuses, to remain the business school of choice.
Our Culture
Our culture is defined by diversity, independence, rigour, and an entrepreneurial spirit, underpinned by six key competencies. We empower our teams to lead with a growth mindset and a client-focused approach, foster a culture of professionalism and integrity, where collaboration and empathy are the engines of our innovation. These competencies guide how we work, make decisions, and contribute to the School’s mission every day.
Independence as a Strategic Advantage
Free from government or university systems, our financial and ideological independence allows us to think, teach, and act without political constraints. This autonomy enables our faculty to pursue rigorous, evidence-based research that creates objective value for our participants and the world.
Our Customers
We serve an influential global base, including senior leaders, multinational corporations, and public sector institutions committed to leadership development at scale. Our programmes attract ambitious individuals who want to shape business and society while our corporate partners rely on us as a strategic ally in developing future‑ready leaders. Working at INSEAD means contributing to an institution whose customers operate at the highest levels of global innovation and impact.
A Diversity of Perspectives
Diversity at INSEAD is about how our people think and challenge assumptions to drive more meaningful innovation. We welcome a wide range of perspectives, believing they lead to better decisions and stronger, more inclusive teams.
We Hire People Who Want to Make a Difference
We seek ambitious individuals who thrive in international environments and share our goal of delivering tangible impact for our customers. Join us to grow your career in a world-class institution where your ideas and contributions truly matter.
INSEAD is seeking an Associate Director, Total Rewards to join our Human Resources department. This is a full-time, permanent position based at either our Europe Campus in Fontainebleau, France or our Asia Campus in Singapore. A hybrid working model is in place, with 3 days on campus and 2 days from home. About the job Reporting to the Executive HR Director, Total Rewards and HR Shared Services, you will play a pivotal role in designing, optimising and implementing competitive and sustainable Total Rewards programmes that support INSEAD’s strategic objectives across its global campuses. You will partner with HR colleagues, leaders and stakeholders to ensure that compensation, benefits and rewards practices remain competitive, compliant and aligned with organisational goals. You will also contribute to strategic initiatives and continuous improvement projects that enhance the employee experience and support the attraction, retention and motivation of exceptional talent worldwide. Your role within the team
• Evaluate and enhance Total Rewards programmes and processes to ensure competitiveness, fairness and alignment with organisational objectives. • Participate in salary surveys and conduct market analyses to benchmark compensation practices and recommend improvements. • Manage job evaluations, job gradings and support the ongoing development of compensation structures and frameworks. • Ensure the flawless execution of salary review cycles, bonus processes and compensation offers. • Support the design and management of sales incentive plans and contribute to benefits programme development. • Analyse rewards data and prepare insights and reports to support strategic decision-making. • Ensure compliance with labour laws, tax regulations and governance requirements across locations. • Advise managers, employees and HR colleagues on Total Rewards policies, processes and best practices. • Deliver training and promote understanding of INSEAD’s Total Rewards offering. • Lead or participate in global HR projects that drive operational excellence and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate profile
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field. A Master's degree is advantageous. • At least 8 years of Total Rewards experience gained within an international environment. • Strong knowledge of global compensation, benefits and rewards practices and market trends. • Hands-on experience with job evaluation methodologies, particularly Mercer (IPE) frameworks. • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems; Oracle HCM experience is a plus. • Excellent communication, stakeholder management and project management capabilities. Able to manage senior stakeholders. • Excellent Proficiency in English - both written and verbal. • You are proactive and consistently deliver high-quality work, maintain a strong attention to detail, and demonstrate professionalism through ownership, accountability and continuous improvement. • You thrive in a collaborative, multicultural environment and work effectively with colleagues across functions, locations and time zones to achieve shared goals. • You embrace change, approach challenges with a solution-oriented mindset and contribute positively to a culture of excellence and partnership. Kindly submit your application along with a CV in English.