Specialist – Remuneration and Rewards

Recruiter:

Isilumko Staffing (JHB)

Job Ref:

454565865

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Are you passionate about driving impactful reward strategies and shaping competitive remuneration frameworks? Join a dynamic HR team where your expertise in remuneration and rewards will influence key business decisions and help attract and retain top talent. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and thrive in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment—this opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities:

Research trends in remuneration and recommend innovative, competitive pay structures.
Provide market intelligence on salary movements and advise on strategies to reduce poaching risk.
Offer expert guidance on compensation policies, new hire offers, promotions, market analysis, and job evaluation.
Support the annual salary increase and bonus processes with thorough analysis and recommendations.
Maintain job grading committee terms of reference, facilitate job evaluations, develop job descriptions, and manage a grading request database.
Lead and facilitate internal job evaluation processes to ensure equity and competitiveness.
Contribute to the development and implementation of remuneration and rewards strategies.
Design and implement performance-based incentive schemes aligned with business goals.
Define total reward packages that support organizational strategy and goals.
Ensure compliance with applicable remuneration-related legislation and standards.
Participate in salary and labour market surveys to maintain competitive remuneration practices.
Support organizational development initiatives based on departmental needs.

Minimum Requirements and Competencies:

B-degree in Human Resources, Finance, Payroll, or a related field (NQF Level 7)
Registration with the South African Rewards Association (SARA) is advantageous
Proficient in HRMIS systems (Oracle experience is a plus)
Minimum of 6 years’ experience in remuneration and rewards
Solid knowledge of remuneration benchmarking, incentive schemes, and reward policies
Understanding of market surveys and relevant legislative frameworks
Advanced computer literacy
Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
Effective planning, coordination, and implementation skills
Excellent communication and networking abilities

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