HR Specialist - Compensation & Benefits - Pretoria

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 720,000 - 1,080,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Bonuses

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a meticulous HR Specialist focused on Compensation and Benefits to design, implement, and manage competitive programs that attract and retain top talent.

You will partner with finance and senior leadership to align C&B strategies with market trends and the company's financial goals, ensuring equity and compliance across South Africa. This hybrid role offers in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least 5 years in compensation and benefits administration.
• Experience with market analysis, job evaluation and salary benchmarking.
• Strong knowledge of SA labor law and C&B compliance.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills; proficient in Excel and HRIS.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to explain complex C&B concepts clearly.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy; experience with benefits providers.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid Pretoria environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage compensation and benefits programs, including salaries, bonuses, health insurance, and retirement plans.
• Conduct market benchmarking to compare compensation and benefits with industry standards.
• Advise on changes to compensation structures to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness.
• Ensure compliance with South African labor laws and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with HR and stakeholders to communicate program details to employees.
• Manage relationships with benefits providers and negotiate SLAs.

Skills

Advanced Excel

HRIS proficiency

Market analysis

Salary benchmarking

Vendor management

Education

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

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a respected organization operating in **Pretoria**, is seeking a meticulous and analytical HR Specialist with a focus on Compensation and Benefits. This role is crucial for designing, implementing, and managing competitive and equitable compensation structures and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent. You will work closely with finance and senior leadership to ensure our compensation strategies align with market trends and the company's financial goals, fostering a rewarding environment for employees in **Pretoria** and beyond. This hybrid position offers a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and manage all aspects of the company's compensation and benefits programs, including salaries, bonuses, health insurance, retirement plans, and other incentives.
• Conduct market research and analysis to benchmark compensation and benefits against industry standards and competitor offerings.
• Develop and recommend changes to compensation structures and policies to ensure competitiveness and internal equity.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant South African labor laws and regulations related to compensation and benefits.
• Partner with the HR team and relevant stakeholders to communicate program details and changes to employees.
• Manage vendor relationships for benefits providers, negotiating contracts and ensuring service level agreements are met.
• Analyze compensation data to identify trends, forecast costs, and make recommendations for budget planning.
• Support the annual salary review and bonus allocation process.
• Develop clear and concise documentation for all compensation and benefits programs.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience specializing in compensation and benefits administration.
• Proven experience in market analysis, job evaluation, and salary benchmarking.
• Strong understanding of South African labor law and compliance requirements for C&B.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex compensation and benefits information clearly.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Experience managing relationships with benefits providers.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment in **Pretoria**.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid, a generous pension fund, and performance-related bonuses. You'll have opportunities for professional development in the specialized field of C&B, access to cutting-edge HR tools, and the support of a dedicated HR team. The hybrid model provides flexibility, allowing you to balance work and personal life effectively while being part of a supportive team in **Pretoria**. This role is integral to ensuring our client remains an attractive employer.