EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AND REMUNERATION MANAGER

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Job Purpose & Key Responsibilities

? Contributes as a member of the HR management team to the development of an overall HR strategy in line with business needs.
? Contributes to developing and implementing a talent and staff retention strategy in relation to total reward that supports the achievement of the overall HR strategy and objectives of the organisation.
? Develops and implements a Total Reward Strategy to align values, culture, organisational climate, and performance in line with identified needs.
? Develops and maintains total reward processes, remuneration practices, and policies to ensure a transparent, competency-based system that enhances recognition, development, and retention of staff in line with business needs.
? Identifies, develops, and implements remuneration systems aligned to improving organisational efficiency.
? Oversees job evaluation processes in compliance with organisational policies and procedures.
? Oversees job evaluation and standardisation of job titles and profiles to ensure the organisation is staffed with the right skills and capacity to meet current and future talent needs in a competitive market.
? Oversees monthly and annual reporting on unit activities to ensure accurate and reliable management information that supports executive decision-making.
? Trains and develops divisional staff to ensure they have the required skills and can achieve performance objectives.
? Oversees the development and implementation of Benefits and Variable Pay Policies and Procedures.
? Initiates and manages remuneration and reward-related projects.

Minimum Requirements & Key Competencies

? Honours degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Management or related field (NQF Level 8).
? Master’s degree in Psychology, HR, Remuneration or Payroll (advantageous).
? 9 years’ experience in HR Reward Services (Benefits and Remuneration), with at least 5 years in a specialist or management role.
? Registration with the South African Rewards Association (SARA) as a Remuneration Specialist (advantageous).

Knowledge Requirements:
? Job evaluation systems
? Performance management systems (e.g., Balanced Scorecard)
? Change management
? Remuneration and reward management
? Organisational design and restructuring

Skills & Competencies:
? Analytical skills
? Assertiveness
? Project management
? Strong interpersonal and communication skills
? Administrative accuracy and attention to detail
? Strategic thinking and strategy development ability
? Computer literacy
? Budgeting skills
? Ability to work under pressure
? Time management