Job Description

General
Job Title Remuneration & Benefits Manager
Job Category FMCG, Retail & Wholesale
Location Western Cape
Employment Type Permanent
Area Cape Town
Bee status Include All
Salary Market Related
Min Salary Not Set
Max Salary Not Set
Expiry Date 26th October 2025
Deadline Date 26th October 2025
Experience Experience Required
Introduction
Future Careers is recruiting on behalf of a leading national retail group for an experienced Remuneration & Benefits Manager. This role oversees the full remuneration, benefits, payroll, and HR analytics portfolio across multiple African regions.
Description
Key Responsibilities:

• Team & Payroll Management: Lead an 8-member payroll, benefits, and HR data team, ensuring accurate, compliant payroll processing across South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho, and eSwatini.
• Remuneration Strategy: Own remuneration and benefits policies, develop incentive schemes, and conduct market benchmarking.
• Benefits Administration: Design and implement a two-year benefits roadmap, manage medical and retirement fund offerings, and maintain strong relationships with service providers.
• Systems & Compliance: Oversee HRIS and payroll integrations, enhance approval frameworks, and ensure compliance with all tax and employment legislation.
• Data Analytics: Deliver insightful HR dashboards and monthly analytics to guide strategic decisions

Education Profile
Qualifications & Experience:

• B.Com or equivalent qualification.
• At least 5 years' management experience in remuneration, benefits, or payroll.
• Minimum 3 years in payroll administration (multi-country experience advantageous).
• Advanced Excel/Google Sheets and BI dashboard skills.
• Strong understanding of taxation, fringe benefits, and remuneration legislation.

Skills & Attributes:

• Analytical thinker with exceptional attention to detail.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Application Instructions
Please forward your CV to amy@myfuturecareer.co.za. Should you not be contacted within 2 weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
Contact Details
Contact Name Amy
Contact Phone
Contact Email amy@myfuturecareer.co.za

Skills Required