Remote Compensation and Benefits Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Fully remote with flexible hours

Health, retirement, and wellness plans

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative remote HR team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Compensation and Benefits Specialist to join a fully remote team supporting national employees, including in Mahikeng. You will design, implement, and manage compensation and benefits programs, conduct market research, and administer health, retirement, and leave plans.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in C&B, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of SA legislation. The role offers a remote-friendly environment with opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• 3-5 years of specialized experience in compensation and benefits.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in C&B data analysis tools.
• In-depth knowledge of compensation and benefits principles and SA legislation.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, suitable for remote interaction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage competitive salary structures, job grading, and incentive programs.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to ensure compensation competitiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant compensation and benefits regulations.
• Provide expert advice to HR and management on compensation and benefits matters.

Skills

Analytical skills

C&B data analysis tools

Remote communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Finance/Business Administration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Compensation and Benefits Specialist to join their fully remote team, supporting employees nationally, including in Mahikeng. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing competitive compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent. You will conduct market research, analyze salary structures, and administer various benefits plans. This is an ideal opportunity for a dedicated specialist who thrives in a remote work environment and possesses strong analytical skills coupled with a deep understanding of C&B best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage competitive salary structures, job grading, and incentive programs.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to ensure compensation competitiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant compensation and benefits regulations.
• Provide expert advice to HR and management on compensation and benefits matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of specialized experience in compensation and benefits.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in C&B data analysis tools.
• In-depth knowledge of compensation and benefits principles and South African legislation.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, suitable for remote interaction.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for bonus.
• Fully remote position with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and wellness benefits.
• Professional development opportunities and continuous learning support.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking remote HR team.