HR Specialist - Compensation & Benefits

Placements24; Upington; Híbrido; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance bonuses

Certifications & development

Paid time off

Collaborative environment

Northern Cape exposure

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an HR Specialist focused on Compensation & Benefits in Upington. This fully remote role involves designing and managing competitive compensation structures, benefits, and total rewards aligned with market trends and SA regulations.

You’ll partner with HR and Finance to support budgeting and strategic objectives. The ideal candidate brings 4+ years in C&B, strong Excel, and HRIS experience, with excellent communication skills and high attention to detail.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• 4+ years of Compensation & Benefits experience.
• Experience designing salary structures and employee benefits.
• Strong Excel and data analytics skills.
• Knowledge of SA labor laws related to C&B.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with HRIS systems is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Design, implement, and administer compensation and benefits programs, including salary structures, bonuses, and long-term incentives.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure competitiveness.
• Analyze compensation data and provide recommendations for adjustments.
• Manage employee benefits administration, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks.
• Ensure compliance with compensation and benefits legislation.
• Develop communication strategies to convey C&B programs to employees.
• Partner with HR and Finance on budgeting and financial planning for C&B.
• Evaluate and select C&B vendors and service providers.
• Participate in HR projects related to total rewards.
• Maintain knowledge of C&B trends and best practices.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Quantitative analysis

Excel proficiency

Communication

Presentation skills

Project management

Independent work

Educación

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

Herramientas

HRIS systems

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking financial services institution located in Upington, Northern Cape , is seeking a specialized HR Specialist focusing on Compensation & Benefits . This role is critical for designing, implementing, and managing competitive and equitable compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent. You will work closely with HR leadership and external partners to ensure programs align with market trends, legal requirements, and the company's strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of C&B principles, and a passion for data-driven HR solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for a specialist to make a significant impact within a growing organization. You will play a key role in ensuring our reward structures are competitive and support employee well-being and motivation. The fully remote nature of this role offers unparalleled flexibility and the ability to work from anywhere. Join us in shaping a rewarding environment for our employees in the unique context of the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and administer compensation and benefits programs, including salary structures, bonuses, and long-term incentives.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure competitiveness of C&B offerings.
• Analyze compensation data and provide recommendations for adjustments.
• Manage employee benefits administration, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant compensation and benefits legislation.
• Develop communication strategies to effectively convey C&B programs to employees.
• Partner with HR and Finance teams on budgeting and financial planning for C&B.
• Evaluate and select C&B vendors and service providers.
• Participate in HR projects related to total rewards.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of C&B trends and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience specifically in Compensation & Benefits.
• Proven experience in designing and managing salary structures and employee benefits.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in Excel.
• Knowledge of South African labor laws related to compensation and benefits.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with HRIS systems is essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package.
• Fully remote work arrangement for ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical aid and excellent retirement fund.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Opportunities for professional certifications and development.
• Generous paid time off.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Exposure to key strategic HR initiatives in the Northern Cape .