Remuneration Specialist, Pretoria

Remuneration Specialist

Pretoria West

Key Responsibilities:

Total Rewards & Benchmarking:

• Lead compensation surveys and benchmarking to ensure internal equity and competitive market positioning.
• Monitor and interpret remuneration and market trends.
• Consult survey providers and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Ensure accurate and timely survey participation and data submission.
• Conduct climate and engagement surveys to inform total rewards strategies.

Remuneration Structuring:

• Develop and manage pay scales, salary ranges, and remuneration mix (fixed and variable).
• Analyze and resolve pay anomalies; maintain total cost of employment oversight.
• Advise management and employees on remuneration policies and processes.
• Review and enhance Employee Value Proposition (EVP).
• Benchmark, design, and maintain incentive schemes for critical and top talent.

Job Evaluation:

• Coordinate job evaluations, analyze grades, and ensure alignment with job profiles and market data.
• Support grading processes for recruitment and promotions; maintain evaluation records and reports.
• Provide professional advice and oversee validation with external consultants.

Audit, Compliance & Communication:

• Develop, review, and update remuneration policies in line with compliance and governance standards.
• Facilitate remuneration workshops and ensure policy adherence across HR and business units.
• Monitor industry/national trends to align policies with organizational objectives.
• Ensure survey data integrity and effective communication of rewards programs.

Recognition Programs:

• Develop and benchmark recognition schemes and policies; promote participation and best practices.

Requirements:

• Education: B.Com in HR (Honours preferred); GRP certified.
• Experience: 4–7 years in remuneration, plus 2 years in HR; SAGE300 People experience required.
• Skills:
  • Advanced Excel
  • Strong knowledge of financial, HR, and rewards practices
  • Business communication and interpersonal skills
  • Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and conflict management
  • Attention to detail, professionalism, planning, and collaboration

Competencies:
Detail-oriented, integrity, effective communication, planning/prioritization, and teamwork.