Remuneration & Information System Specialist

Fempower; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in South Africa is seeking a specialist to provide technical leadership in HR Information Systems and remuneration practices. The role involves managing HRIS projects, conducting salary studies, and ensuring effective compensation management. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in IT systems and HR, with a focus on problem-solving and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• At least five years of IT systems experience, including 2 years in HR systems.
• Two years of experience managing HRIS.

Responsibilities

• Conduct salary studies and market analysis.
• Lead the research, development, and implementation of Integrated Total Reward systems.
• Manage HRIS and Remuneration projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree (NQF 7) in Behavioural Science, BCom, or equivalent

Job description

Purpose of the job : Responsible for providing specialist technical leadership in remuneration and HR Information systems.

In addition, takes the lead for planning, project coordination, management, and support in developing a cost-effective human resources information system (HRIS) and remuneration practices while concurrently facilitating efficient operations to meet current and future business needs within the HR organization.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Compensation and Benefit Management
2. Conduct salary studies and market analysis to gain insights into common market practices.
3. Develop salary ranges and coordinate approval processes through the leadership of the Head of Talent & Culture.
4. Champion the job evaluation process and maintenance of job profile data to ensure internal parity and equitable pay.
5. Lead the research, development, and implementation of Integrated Total Reward systems.
6. Provide training and leadership on HR systems, supporting the business community in navigating the SAGE People system to access organizational structures, statistical reports, and update personnel details.
7. Offer user and technical support on all HR systems (Learner Management System, Performance Management, Talent, iRecruit, Job Management, etc.).
8. Provide user training across the organization to enable effective system use and understanding of security protocols.
9. Maintain HR Systems by creating, maintaining, and restructuring positions as needed, especially during organizational changes.
10. Update and maintain information on Performance and Talent Management modules.
11. Troubleshoot and validate data on HR People Modules to ensure data integrity and accurate management reporting.
12. Identify operational system weaknesses and recommend improvements.
13. Conduct user needs analysis, liaise with developers and stakeholders, and oversee testing and implementation of systems.

Consulting and Project Management

Manage HRIS and Remuneration projects, providing high-level consulting to system users, proposing software development solutions, and supporting project managers with technical and user support.

KEY COMPETENCIES / SKILLS

• Attention to detail
• Ability to meet report deadlines
• Problem-solving skills

REQUIRED MINIMUM AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree (NQF 7) in Behavioural Science, BCom, or equivalent.
• At least five years of IT systems experience, including a minimum of 2 years in HR systems and 3 years in Compensation.
• Two years of experience managing HRIS.
• Two years' experience within compensation, benefits, and job evaluation is an advantage.
• SARA Certification and Job Evaluation Certification are advantageous.