HR Manager - Compensation & Benefits

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive health benefits

Hybrid work model

Retirement benefits

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead their Compensation and Benefits function. This strategic role designs and manages competitive programs to attract, retain, and motivate employees, aligning with business goals.

You will work with senior leadership, oversee salary review cycles, health and retirement benefits, and ensure legal compliance. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in C&B, strong leadership, and proficiency with HRIS.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Compensation and Benefits management.
• Experience designing and implementing reward strategies.
• Strong knowledge of South Africa labor laws.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer compensation and benefits programs, including salary structures, incentive plans, and health/retirement benefits.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure competitiveness of all reward programs.
• Manage the annual salary review and bonus cycles, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
• Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement funds, and other perks.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations pertaining to compensation and benefits.
• Provide expert advice to leadership and HR colleagues on all reward-related matters.

Skills

Compensation & Benefits

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

HRIS proficiency

Education

Master's degree (HR/Finance)

Tools

HRIS systems

Compensation benchmarking tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client in Pretoria is searching for an experienced HR Manager to lead their Compensation and Benefits function. This strategic role is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing competitive and equitable compensation and benefits programs that attract, retain, and motivate employees. You will work closely with senior leadership to ensure these programs align with the company's overall business strategy and financial goals, fostering a culture of reward and recognition. This is a key leadership position within the Human Resources department, offering significant impact and growth opportunities in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and administer comprehensive compensation and benefits programs, including salary structures, incentive plans, and health/retirement benefits.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure competitiveness of all reward programs.
• Manage the annual salary review and bonus cycles, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
• Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement funds, and other perks.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations pertaining to compensation and benefits.
• Provide expert advice to leadership and HR colleagues on all reward-related matters.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (7+ years) in Compensation and Benefits management.
• Proven track record in designing and implementing successful reward strategies.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in HRIS and compensation benchmarking tools.
• Deep understanding of South African labor laws and industry trends.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Master's degree in HR, Finance, or a related field preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus structure.
• Comprehensive executive health, wellness, and retirement benefits.
• Hybrid work model promoting work-life integration.
• Significant opportunities for strategic influence and career progression.
• A dynamic and professional work environment in Pretoria .