HR Manager - Compensation and Benefits

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Remote work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an accomplished HR Manager specializing in Compensation and Benefits to lead this critical function remotely, reporting to senior leadership. Design, implement, and manage competitive C&B programs aligned with business objectives, focusing on SA regulatory landscape and talent retention from a Sandton perspective.

The role requires 7+ years in C&B, including 3+ in management, with strong analytical skills, HRIS proficiency, and leadership for remote teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance, or related field; master's preferred.
• Minimum 7 years in compensation and benefits with 3+ in management.
• Experience designing complex C&B programs and salary structures.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in HRIS and Advanced Excel.
• Knowledge of South African labor laws and reward practices.
• Excellent communication and remote leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive compensation and benefits strategy.
• Design and manage salary structures, job grading, and incentive programs.
• Oversee administration of benefits programs including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking for competitive packages.
• Ensure compliance with relevant compensation and benefits legislation.
• Provide expert guidance to leadership and HR colleagues on C&B matters.

Skills

C&B management

HR analytics

Stakeholder management

HRIS

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Finance

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished HR Manager with specialized expertise in Compensation and Benefits to lead this critical function, operating remotely. This role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing competitive and equitable compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent. You will partner with senior leadership to develop strategic reward philosophies, manage salary structures, oversee benefits administration, and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned compensation and benefits professional to drive significant impact from anywhere, supporting a forward-thinking organization based in Sandton .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive compensation and benefits strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Design and manage salary structures, job grading, and incentive programs.
• Oversee the administration of all employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and statutory benefits.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure competitive compensation and benefits packages.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation pertaining to compensation and benefits.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to leadership and HR colleagues on C&B matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in Compensation and Benefits, with at least 3 years in a managerial capacity.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing complex C&B programs.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in HRIS and advanced Excel.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor laws and reward practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, crucial for remote leadership.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus potential.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing for a global or local home office.
• Comprehensive health insurance and robust retirement savings plan.
• Generous professional development opportunities and certifications.
• Opportunity to shape the reward strategy for a leading organization remotely, impacting talent attraction and retention from Sandton .