Compensation and Benefits Specialist

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Professional development budget

Online learning access

Remote-friendly culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a meticulous Compensation and Benefits Specialist to lead the design and management of our salary structures and benefits programs. The role collaborates with HR leadership and finance to align rewards with market trends and company goals in a remote-first setup.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of C&B experience, strong analytical abilities, and proficiency with HRIS/compensation software, ensuring compliance with SA labour laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Finance, Business Administration, or related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits analysis and administration.
• Strong understanding of compensation principles, market pricing, and job evaluation methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and administering various employee benefits programs.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS and compensation management software.
• Strong knowledge of relevant South African labour laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage the company's compensation structure, including salary surveys, job evaluations, and benchmarking.
• Administer and manage employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, retirement plans, life insurance, and other voluntary benefits.
• Conduct market analysis to ensure competitive compensation and benefits offerings.
• Develop and communicate compensation and benefits policies and procedures.
• Prepare and analyze compensation and benefits data for reporting and decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant compensation and benefits legislation and regulations.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and providers for benefits administration and consulting services.
• Support the HR team in developing and implementing total rewards statements for employees.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of compensation and benefits processes and systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Finance/Business

Tools

HRIS software

Compensation management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic technology startup headquartered in Pretoria, Gauteng , is seeking a meticulous and analytical Compensation and Benefits Specialist to join their growing HR department. This role is vital for developing, implementing, and managing competitive and equitable compensation and benefits programs that attract, retain, and motivate top talent. You will work closely with HR leadership and finance to ensure our reward strategies are aligned with market trends, company philosophy, and financial objectives. This is an exceptional opportunity for a C&B expert to make a substantial impact in a fast-paced, innovative environment, contributing to the overall success and employee value proposition of the organization, specifically in a remote-first capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage the company's compensation structure, including salary surveys, job evaluations, and benchmarking.


• Administer and manage employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, retirement plans, life insurance, and other voluntary benefits.


• Conduct market analysis to ensure competitive compensation and benefits offerings.


• Develop and communicate compensation and benefits policies and procedures.


• Prepare and analyze compensation and benefits data for reporting and decision-making.


• Ensure compliance with all relevant compensation and benefits legislation and regulations.


• Manage relationships with external vendors and providers for benefits administration and consulting services.


• Support the HR team in developing and implementing total rewards statements for employees.


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of compensation and benefits processes and systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field.


• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits analysis and administration.


• Strong understanding of compensation principles, market pricing, and job evaluation methodologies.


• Demonstrated experience in managing and administering various employee benefits programs.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.


• Proficiency in HRIS and compensation management software.


• Strong knowledge of relevant South African labour laws and regulations.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.


• Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package, a comprehensive health insurance plan, and a retirement savings scheme. As a remote-first company, we provide a flexible work environment, eliminating the need for daily commutes. This role includes a home office stipend to ensure you have the necessary resources for a productive remote setup. Employees benefit from professional development budgets, access to online learning platforms, and opportunities for career advancement within a rapidly scaling organization. Our client fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, accessible virtually.