Remuneration & Compensation Specialist - 5-Year Contract

Sanparks; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 975,000 - 1,191,000; Full time

Job summary

SANParks seeks a Specialist: Human Capital Management Remuneration as an independent contractor for a five-year term, based at Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria. The role reports to the General Manager: HCM Administration and requires formal HR, pay, and tax expertise with strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities include developing fair compensation strategies, managing annual salary reviews, administering benefits, ensuring regulatory compliance, and engaging with SARS and

Qualifications

• Diploma (NQF 6) in HR / Organisational Psychology / Accounting / Finance / Commerce.
• Degree (NQF 7) in HR / Organisational Psychology / Finance / Accounting / Commerce advantageous.
• Professional certification (CCP / SARA / Global Remuneration) preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel an added advantage.
• 4–5 years in a similar role.
• Advanced knowledge of SA tax regulations.
• Registered Tax Practitioner an added advantage.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Experience as Compensation & Benefits Specialist.
• Experience in HR practices and pay/benefits management.
• Knowledge of job evaluation and job analysis systems.
• Experience with organisational psychology and labour market surveys.
• Knowledge of labour regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of HRIS and MS Office.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Presentation and facilitation skills.
• Change management.
• Planning and organising.
• Problem solving.
• Strategic planning.
• Project management.

Responsibilities

• Define a fair, equitable total compensation and benefits package aligned with business goals.
• Develop a consistent compensation philosophy.
• Utilise data-driven methods for direct/indirect/non-financial rewards.
• Differentiate pay systems to reward value.
• Deploy effective communication strategies and success metrics.
• Oversee annual salary review process with managers for timely adjustments.
• Administer employee benefits programs (health, retirement, life).
• Proficiency in HRIS and compensation software.
• Ensure compliance with current legislation (pay equity, HR laws).
• Stay updated on compensation trends and regulations.
• Conduct periodic audits and produce reports.
• Maintain records relating to compensation & benefits.
• Manage tax documentation and SARS interactions.
• Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders on tax functions.
• Ensure records meet legal requirements.
• Prepare PAYE returns when needed.
• Provide tax advice for internal/SARS inquiries.
• Manage audits and disputes.
• Conduct organisational psychology surveys to assess motivation.
• Liaise with SARS for favourable resolutions.
• Participate in salary and labour market surveys.
• Research emerging trends in compensation and benefits.
• Guide HR teammates and managers on compensation policies.
• Collaborate with HR, finance, and legal for coordinated initiatives.
• Assist with training on compensation policies.

Skills

Excel skills

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation

Change management

Planning & organising

Problem solving

Strategic planning

Project management

Education

Diploma (NQF 6) in HR / Org Psychology / Accounting / Finance / Commerce

Degree (NQF 7) in HR / Org Psychology / Finance / Accounting / Commerce advantageous

Professional certification (CCP / SARA / Global Remuneration) preferred

Tools

HRIS

MS Office

Job description

SANParks seeks a Specialist: Human Capital Management Remuneration as an independent contractor for a five-year term, based at Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria. The role reports to the General Manager: HCM Administration and requires formal HR, pay, and tax expertise with strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities include developing fair compensation strategies, managing annual salary reviews, administering benefits, ensuring regulatory compliance, and engaging with SARS and