HR Specialist - Compensation & Benefits

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid & provident fund

Full-time position

On-site role

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a highly analytical HR Specialist focusing on Compensation and Benefits to design, implement, and manage competitive remuneration and benefits programs on-site.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience, strong Excel skills, knowledge of SA labour laws, and familiarity with HRIS/payroll. The role collaborates with Finance and aims to attract and retain top talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance, Statistics or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of Compensation & Benefits administration experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with advanced Excel proficiency.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labour laws related to compensation.
• Experience with HRIS systems and payroll processing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and administer competitive salary structures and incentive programs.
• Manage the company's benefits programs, including health insurance and provident funds.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure compensation competitiveness.
• Analyze compensation data to identify trends and recommend adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements related to compensation and benefits.
• Collaborate with Finance and other departments on budget planning and cost management for HR programs.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

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

Tools

HRIS systems

Payroll processing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented HR Specialist focusing on Compensation and Benefits to join their team in Vereeniging . This on-site role is critical for designing, implementing, and managing competitive and equitable compensation and benefits programs. You will play a key role in ensuring our client attracts and retains top talent by offering attractive remuneration packages. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of market trends, financial principles, and legislative requirements related to compensation and benefits in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and administer competitive salary structures and incentive programs.
• Manage the company's benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement funds, and other employee perks.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure compensation competitiveness.
• Analyze compensation data to identify trends and provide recommendations for adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements related to compensation and benefits.
• Collaborate with Finance and other departments on budget planning and cost management for HR programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Compensation and Benefits administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with advanced Excel proficiency.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor laws related to compensation.
• Experience with HRIS systems and payroll processing is advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.

Benefits

• Competitive salary reflecting expertise in compensation and benefits.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund benefits.
• Stable, full-time position with opportunities for professional growth.
• On-site role within a professional and supportive work environment.
• Chance to shape critical employee value proposition components.