Senior Remuneration Specialist

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description


Seeking a highly skilled and analytical Senior Remuneration Specialist to lead the design, implementation, and management of fair, equitable, and competitive total compensation practices across all business areas.
This is a strategic role that blends reward design, benchmarking, market research, and leadership. Youll supervise a team of remuneration professionals while advising on best practice and supporting the business with data-driven reward strategies that attract, motivate, and retain top talent.Requirements:

  • Matric with a relevant degree or 3-year diploma in Human Resources.
  • Global Remuneration Practitioner (GRP) certification preferred.
  • Minimum 8 years HR experience, including:
  • 5 years supervisory experience in a remuneration-focused role.
  • Practical knowledge of HRIS platforms (e.g., Sage People).
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel Advanced, PowerPoint, Word).
  • 4 years general HR experience, and at least 1 year in job evaluation methodologies.
  • Deep understanding of benchmarking and pay design principles.
  • Exposure to financial or insurance sectors is advantageous.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement total reward strategies aligned to business goals and market trends.
  • Oversee and mentor the Remuneration & Benefits team to meet key performance objectives.
  • Provide expert guidance on pay structures, benchmarking, and job evaluation.
  • Coordinate month-end payroll processes and manage position control within approved headcounts.
  • Conduct market and industry remuneration research (locally and globally).
  • Prepare detailed remuneration reports and insights for executive and board-level committees.
  • Lead the annual salary review process, increase schedules, and workforce budget submissions.
  • Monitor compliance with relevant labour legislation and internal policy standards.
  • Support the development and implementation of innovative compensation programs.

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  • Job Id
    JD1420502
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
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  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
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