HR Coordinator - Compensation & Benefits Administration

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Annual leave

Training & certifications

Job summary

Placements24, based in Polokwane (Limpopo), seeks an experienced HR Coordinator to oversee compensation and benefits administration. You will manage enrollment, changes, and terminations, and ensure accurate and timely payroll and benefits support.

The role requires strong knowledge of South African payroll processing, BCEA/LRA, HRIS systems, and a proactive approach to data integrity and confidentiality, with a focus on accuracy and employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years in HR administration focusing on compensation or payroll.
• In-depth knowledge of South African payroll processing and benefit administration.
• Understanding of BCEA, LRA, Pension Funds Act.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and payroll software.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Problem-solving capabilities and a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollment, changes, and terminations.
• Process payroll accurately and timely per schedules and laws.
• Serve as a point of contact for compensation and benefits inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and benefit regulations.
• Maintain accurate records in HRIS and payroll data.
• Collaborate with external providers and payroll services.
• Assist in communicating benefits information to employees.
• Support compensation reviews and job grading.
• Prepare payroll and benefits reports as required.
• Maintain data integrity and confidentiality in all tasks.

Skills

Payroll processing

Benefits admin

HRIS systems

Labor law knowledge

Data confidentiality

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and experienced HR Coordinator to manage compensation and benefits administration. This role, based in Polokwane, Limpopo, ZA , is critical for ensuring our employees receive accurate and timely compensation and benefits support. You will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of all company benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave management. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of payroll processes, benefits regulations, and a commitment to accuracy and employee satisfaction. This is an excellent opportunity to specialize within the HR field in a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and manage employee benefits programs, including enrollment, changes, and terminations.
• Process accurate and timely payroll according to company schedules and relevant legislation.
• Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding compensation and benefits inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and benefit regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of employee compensation, benefits, and payroll data in the HRIS.
• Collaborate with external benefit providers and payroll services.
• Assist in the development and communication of benefits information to employees.
• Support HR initiatives related to compensation reviews and job grading.
• Prepare reports on payroll and benefits data as required.
• Ensure a high level of data integrity and confidentiality in all tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in HR administration, with a specific focus on compensation and benefits or payroll.
• In-depth knowledge of South African payroll processing and benefit administration.
• Understanding of relevant legislation (e.g., BCEA, LRA, Pension Funds Act).
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and payroll software.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with employees and providers.
• Ability to handle confidential information with utmost discretion.
• Problem-solving capabilities and a proactive approach.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary range, commensurate with your experience and expertise in compensation and benefits administration.
• Comprehensive medical aid coverage and a substantial retirement fund contribution are provided.
• Generous annual leave and other paid time off benefits are included, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development, including specialized training courses and certifications in benefits and payroll, will be supported.