Senior Compensation and Benefits Specialist

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid working arrangement

Professional development support

Competitive salary and benefits

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking an experienced Senior Compensation and Benefits Specialist to lead the design, implementation, and administration of total rewards. You will drive market benchmarking, ensure compliance with South African regulations, and collaborate with HR, finance, and leadership to align rewards with business strategy.

The role requires strong analytical ability, 5–7 years of C&B experience, and proficiency in HRIS and Excel.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 5-7 years in compensation and benefits with specialist focus.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; data analysis & modelling experience.
• In-depth knowledge of South African compensation and benefits regulations & best practices.
• Experience with HRIS systems and advanced Excel.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects and stakeholder relationships in Sandton.

Aufgaben

• Design, implement, and manage compensation structures, including salary ranges, bonus plans, and incentive programs.
• Administer employee benefits programs, such as medical aid and retirement funds.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking for compensation and benefits.
• Ensure compliance with South African legislation (BCEA/EEA) related to remuneration.
• Develop and maintain job grading systems and evaluation processes.
• Provide expert advice to HR and management on compensation and benefits in Sandton.
• Manage vendor relationships for benefits providers.
• Develop communication strategies to inform employees about total rewards.
• Support HR projects related to organisational design and workforce planning.

Kenntnisse

Strong analytics

Remuneration knowledge

Stakeholder management

Excel proficiency

HRIS experience

Communication skills

Project management

Ausbildung

Bachelor's in HR/Finance/Economics

CCP/CBP certification

Tools

HRIS systems

Advanced Excel

Data analysis tools

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a prominent and established organisation in the heart of Sandton, Gauteng , is seeking an experienced Senior Compensation and Benefits Specialist. This critical role will be responsible for the design, implementation, and administration of the company's compensation and benefits programs, ensuring they are competitive, equitable, and aligned with the business strategy. You will conduct market research, analyse compensation trends, and provide expert advice to leadership on all aspects of total rewards. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical aptitude, a deep understanding of South African remuneration practices, and excellent project management skills. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the reward strategies for a leading company in Gauteng and make a significant impact on employee attraction and retention in Sandton . You will collaborate with various stakeholders, including HR, finance, and executive leadership, to develop and execute effective compensation and benefits solutions. Your expertise will be invaluable in ensuring the organisation remains a preferred employer.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage compensation structures, including salary ranges, bonus plans, and incentive programs.
• Administer employee benefits programs, such as medical aid, retirement funds, and other statutory and non-statutory benefits.
• Conduct regular market analysis and benchmarking for compensation and benefits.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant South African legislation, including BCEA and EEA, related to remuneration.
• Develop and maintain job grading systems and job evaluation processes.
• Provide expert advice to HR and management on compensation and benefits matters in Sandton .
• Manage vendor relationships for benefits providers.
• Develop communication strategies to effectively inform employees about their total rewards.
• Support HR projects related to organisational design and workforce planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in compensation and benefits, with a focus on specialist roles.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with experience in data analysis and modelling.
• In-depth knowledge of South African compensation and benefits regulations and best practices.
• Experience with HRIS systems and advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects and stakeholder relationships effectively in Sandton .
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
• Professional certification (e.g., CCP, CBP) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Opportunity to lead critical C&B initiatives for a reputable company in Sandton .
• Exposure to strategic reward management.
• Professional development and continuous learning support.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and other benefits.
• Hybrid working arrangement for improved work-life balance.