Global Total Rewards Leader

R; Remote; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading remote work organization in South Africa seeks an experienced Total Rewards Director. This key role partners with executive leadership and business stakeholders to shape Total Rewards strategy, ensuring fair and competitive rewards decisions. Candidates should have substantial experience in total rewards, a proven ability to influence senior leaders, and strong communication skills to navigate complex compensation issues. This role offers flexible work arrangements and the chance to drive innovation in global compensation practices.

Benefits

Work from anywhere

Flexible paid time off

16 weeks paid parental leave

Mental health support services

Stock options

Learning budget

Home office budget

IT equipment budget

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in total rewards roles with a strong focus on strategy and business partnering.
• Proven ability to influence and advise senior leaders on complex rewards issues.
• Deep knowledge of total rewards philosophies and practices across different cultures.
• Experience working in fast-growing, global, and remote-friendly organizations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with executive leadership to shape and evolve Total Rewards strategy.
• Design and articulate comprehensive Total Rewards frameworks.
• Provide strategic counsel on compensation philosophy and pay equity frameworks.
• Drive the integration of Total Rewards strategy into critical talent programs.
• Lead proactive risk assessment initiatives in Total Rewards.

Skills

Business partnering

Thought leadership

Influencing senior leaders

Strong communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

A leading remote work organization in South Africa seeks an experienced Total Rewards Director. This key role partners with executive leadership and business stakeholders to shape Total Rewards strategy, ensuring fair and competitive rewards decisions. Candidates should have substantial experience in total rewards, a proven ability to influence senior leaders, and strong communication skills to navigate complex compensation issues. This role offers flexible work arrangements and the chance to drive innovation in global compensation practices.