HR Specialist - Compensation & Benefits

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a skilled HR Specialist focused on Compensation and Benefits, responsible for designing, implementing and administering competitive compensation structures and benefits programs to attract and retain top talent.

You will conduct market analysis, ensure compliance with South African legislation, and collaborate with payroll and finance to optimize remuneration, benchmark offerings, and report insights to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance or related field.
• 3–5 years of compensation and benefits experience.
• Strong analytical skills and Excel data analysis.
• Knowledge of SA compensation laws and benefits practices.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage compensation strategies (salary structures, incentives, grading).
• Administer and evaluate benefits programs (medical aid, retirement funds, insurance).
• Conduct market research and benchmarking for compensation offerings.
• Ensure compliance with compensation and benefits legislation.
• Analyze compensation data and provide recommendations to management.
• Collaborate with payroll and finance on remuneration matters.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Finance

Tools

Excel

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client in Vereeniging is seeking a skilled HR Specialist with a focus on Compensation and Benefits . This specialized role involves the design, implementation, and administration of competitive and equitable compensation structures and employee benefits programs. You will conduct market analysis, ensure legal compliance, and work to attract and retain top talent through attractive reward packages. This is a fantastic opportunity for an analytical and detail-oriented HR professional to drive impactful strategies in a key area of human resources, contributing to the overall success and employee satisfaction of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage compensation strategies, including salary structures, incentive plans, and job grading.
• Administer and evaluate employee benefits programs, such as medical aid, retirement funds, and insurance.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure competitive and fair compensation and benefits offerings.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation pertaining to compensation and benefits.
• Analyze compensation data and provide recommendations to management.
• Collaborate with payroll and finance departments on remuneration-related matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience specifically in compensation and benefits management.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel for data analysis.
• Knowledge of compensation and benefits best practices and relevant South African legislation.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with HRIS systems and payroll processes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary tailored to the specialist role.
• Hybrid work arrangement for enhanced work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Opportunities for specialized training and career development.
• A professional and analytical work environment in Vereeniging .