Compensation and Benefits Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Remote-first environment

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Compensation and Benefits Specialist to design, implement, and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs across locations including Polokwane. The role requires strong analytical skills and expertise in salary structures, incentives, and benefits administration.

You will conduct market benchmarking, ensure program effectiveness, and advise management on total rewards strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in compensation and benefits management.
• Experience designing salary structures and incentives.
• Strong Excel and data modeling skills; knowledge of SA labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage compensation and benefits programs (salary structures, incentive plans, benefits).
• Conduct market research and benchmarking for competitiveness.
• Develop job evaluation processes and salary structures.
• Administer benefits programs (health, retirement, leave policies).
• Ensure compliance with South African laws/regulations.

Skills

Compensation & Benefits mgmt

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

HRIS experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

HRIS systems

Benefits administration platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a skilled Compensation and Benefits Specialist to join their team, supporting operations across various locations, including Polokwane, Limpopo . This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing competitive and compliant compensation and benefits programs that attract, retain, and motivate employees. The Specialist will analyze market data, ensure program effectiveness, and provide expert advice to management. This is a great opportunity to shape critical HR functions within a growing organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical aptitude, a thorough understanding of compensation and benefits principles, and the ability to translate data into actionable strategies for the organization. You will play a vital role in ensuring our client remains an employer of choice.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and administer compensation and benefits programs, including salary structures, incentive plans, and health/wellness benefits.
• Conduct market research and analysis to ensure competitive benchmarking of compensation and benefits packages.
• Develop and manage job evaluation processes and salary structures.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations governing compensation and benefits.
• Develop communication materials to inform employees about their compensation and benefits.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams on budgeting and financial aspects of compensation and benefits.
• Analyze program effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• Manage vendor relationships for benefits providers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in compensation and benefits management.
• Proven experience in designing and administering salary structures, incentive plans, and benefits programs.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel for data analysis and modeling.
• Knowledge of South African labor laws and regulations related to compensation and benefits.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with HRIS systems and benefits administration platforms.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications (e.g., CCP, CBP).
• A dynamic and remote-first work environment.
• Generous annual leave and flexible working hours.
• Strategic involvement in shaping the company's total rewards strategy.