11 Compensation Analyst jobs in South Africa

Description :

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Career team at Mercer. This role will be based in Johannesburg. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

As a Rewards / Compensation Senior Analyst, you will have great exposure to internal and external clients, working with colleagues across geographies in a global environment.

You will be working for the world’s leading HR consulting firm.

We will count on you to :

• Administer remuneration surveys and other products, across various African countries together with a client service team.
• Survey administration includes client canvassing, data collection, data cleaning and reporting. Some high-level client analysis also required from time to time.
• Contribute to the design of the country sales and marketing strategy.
• Execute country sales and marketing strategy.
• Manage campaigns of other Mercer products in assigned countries Regular client engagement related to other Mercer products, including employee engagement surveys, remuneration analysis tools, employee assessment tools, job evaluation and so forth.
• Support the delivery of other Mercer products under the supervision of associates and senior associates.
• Participate in internal company projects.
• Ad-hoc support to consulting team.
• Key client account management.

What you need to have :

What makes you stand out?

Why join our team :

Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE : MMC), is a global leader in helping clients realize their investment objectives, shape the future of work and enhance health and retirement outcomes for their people. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses : Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit mercer.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex / gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are also committed to providing reasonable support to any candidate with a disability to allow them to fully participate in the recruitment process. We welcome candidates to contact us at to discuss any specific needs.Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.

Company:

As a Rewards/Compensation Senior Analyst, you will have great exposure to internal and external clients, working with colleagues across geographies in a global environment.

You will be working for the world’s leading HR consulting firm.

We will count on you to:

• Administer remuneration surveys and other products, across various African countries together with a client service team.
• Survey administration includes client canvassing, data collection, data cleaning and reporting. Some high-level client analysis also required from time to time.
• Contribute to the design of the country sales and marketing strategy.
• Execute country sales and marketing strategy.
• Manage campaigns of other Mercer products in assigned countries Regular client engagement related to other Mercer products, including employee engagement surveys, remuneration analysis tools, employee assessment tools, job evaluation and so forth.
• Support the delivery of other Mercer products under the supervision of associates and senior associates.
• Participate in internal company projects.
• Ad-hoc support to consulting team.
• Key client account management.

What you need to have:

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Fluent French and English level (spoken and written).
• Previous experience in the rewards or compensation and benefits environment.
• Able to travel sporadically into Africa for clients’ engagements.
• Driver license and own car (or ready to use Uber).
• Proficiency knowledge of MS Office products (Excel- advanced, Word, PowerPoint).
• “Can do” attitude and ability to resolve escalated issues in a timely and professional way.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills to resolve any outstanding issues.
• Able to collaborate with colleagues or other stakeholders across the globe.
• Is a self-starter and shows empathy.

What makes you stand out?

• Comfortable and motivated to work on international projects in a well-structured organization.
• Enthusiastic personality and willingness to learn.
• Ready to play a leading role in helping cross functional teams collaborate and achieve challenging goals.
• Focused on the importance of getting down to the detail of how things work.
• Great communicator and a team player.

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

My client in the logistics industry has a position available in the Potchefstroom area for an HR Analyst.

• Conduct internal consulting with other areas of the unit
• Manage compensation practices (fixed and variable) and benefits package
• Provide necessary conditions for maintaining the organizational climate of the unit at satisfactory levels
• Comply with legislation and maintain safe working conditions for the team
• Process information necessary to close the unit's payroll
• Manage benefits and maintain relationships with providers of these services
• Perform related activities, meeting requests from superiors
• Recruit, select, integrate, train, monitor, promote careers, carry out motivational actions, control working hours, labor liabilities and dismissal routines inherent to the movement of employees in the unit
• Monitor and execute Excellence Programs and DPO/VPO
• Strictly comply with all company and customer procedures, standards and specifications
• Correctly use uniforms and protective equipment provided by the company
• Commit to the operational goals defined together with the client, DPO/VPO and Excellence Program
• Demonstrate personal and professional behavior compatible with the function

• HR Degree or HR Diploma
• 3 to 5 years experience in the HR field
• 3 year experience in payroll
• MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

My client in the logistics industry has a position available in the Potchefstroom area for an HR Analyst.

• Conduct internal consulting with other areas of the unit
• Manage compensation practices (fixed and variable) and benefits package
• Provide necessary conditions for maintaining the organizational climate of the unit at satisfactory levels
• Comply with legislation and maintain safe working conditions for the team
• Process information necessary to close the unit's payroll
• Manage benefits and maintain relationships with providers of these services
• Perform related activities, meeting requests from superiors
• Recruit, select, integrate, train, monitor, promote careers, carry out motivational actions, control working hours, labor liabilities and dismissal routines inherent to the movement of employees in the unit
• Monitor and execute Excellence Programs and DPO/VPO
• Strictly comply with all company and customer procedures, standards and specifications
• Correctly use uniforms and protective equipment provided by the company
• Commit to the operational goals defined together with the client, DPO/VPO and Excellence Program
• Demonstrate personal and professional behavior compatible with the function

• HR Degree or HR Diploma
• 3 to 5 years experience in the HR field
• 3 years experience in payroll
• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• HR Services, Recruitment & Selection

time left to apply End Date: August 25, 2025 (3 days left to apply)

job requisition id R0023819

Key Responsibilities

Benefits Program Delivery & Administration

• Support the execution of benefits programs, including health, retirement, and wellness offerings.
• Administer benefits for joiners, leavers, and life event changes across designated countries.
• Ensure benefits are administered in alignment with benefits programme rules and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and process updates in HRIS, payroll, and benefits administration systems.
• Coordinate annual activities such as open enrollment, plan changes, and employee communications.
• Support the delivery of global benefits programs and harmonization initiatives in the region.
• Act as a liaison with benefits vendors to resolve administrative issues and ensure service delivery.
• Facilitate claims processing and manage escalations related to coverage or service discrepancies.
• Monitor vendor performance against SLAs and escalate issues as needed.
• Reconcile vendor invoices with employee records and ensure timely payments.

Employee Support & Communications

• Provide front-line support to employees on benefits-related inquiries via email, phone, and chat.
• Assist employees with enrollment, life event changes, and claims navigation.
• Develop and maintain clear communication materials and FAQs.
• Support open enrollment campaigns and employee education initiatives.

Data Management & Compliance

• Ensure accurate data entry and updates in HRIS and benefits systems.
• Conduct regular audits to maintain data integrity and resolve discrepancies.
• Support census and membership data collection for renewals and reporting.
• Assist with compliance documentation and support internal and external audits.
• Generate reports on benefits utilization, enrollment trends, and vendor performance.
• Support data analysis for benefits harmonization and renewal projects.
• Coordinate with Finance and Payroll to ensure accurate deductions and billing reconciliation.
• Contribute to benefits system upgrades and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in benefits, HR, or compensation program administration.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems, payroll platforms, and Microsoft Excel.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.
• Experience working in a regional or global environment is a plus.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation; comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance and a 401(k) plan; and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or in the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Not seeing a role that best fits your career goals? Introduce yourself to our Talent Acquisition team with a brief note on how you believe you can best apply your skills and bring value to Solenis.

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 71 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 15,400 professionals in 130 countries across six continents.

Solenis is a 2023 US Best Managed Company.

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Come join a remote and hybrid first*, global company spanning across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa for A Job That Works for You. You will become among 900+ Guardians worldwide spread across 50+ countries, embracing YOUR unique approach to work.

Our vision of the future of work is “work in any way” which offers flexibility for where you work, empowering you to define your ideal work environment, unbound by the traditional notions of what work should look like. Most importantly, it puts people first!

(*As standard we are a remote-first company, however some roles are required to have more of an office presence - we are happy to confirm this during our initial call )

We’re looking for a Global Benefits Analyst to join us on a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract - a chance to immerse yourself in international projects and see the impact of your work from day one.

In this role, you’ll analyse client needs, design tailored solutions and play a key part in creating and delivering effective benefits programs across multiple markets. You’ll collaborate with teams and business lines around the world, ensuring every program aligns with client goals and our broader business objectives. Your work will help us deliver benefits that not only meet expectations but set new standards.

How you will make a difference:

• Partner with clients and internal teams to deliver smooth, successful benefit plan implementations that meet every requirement.
• Equip the Global Benefits Team with the knowledge they need by providing clear, effective training on new plans and changes.
• Dive into research to evaluate benefit programs and policies within your assigned country or region, ensuring they remain competitive and relevant.
• Advise clients and colleagues on regulatory compliance, keeping every plan aligned with both global standards and local legislation.
• Offer guidance and coaching to Benefits and HR teams, helping them navigate complex issues and resolve challenging inquiries.
• Develop, refine, and maintain benefit processes and documentation to keep operations efficient and consistent.
• Turn complex benefits information into clear, engaging communications that help employees fully understand their options and the exclusions that may apply.

What will make you stand out:

• Proven experience in international benefits administration, with strong knowledge of country-specific legislation, benefits design, and an understanding of varying legal requirements, cultural norms, and global market practices.
• Team management experience is highly valued.
• Deep understanding of benefits principles, practices, and procedures, with the ability to navigate the impact of employee benefits laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Outstanding communication skills, able to explain complex concepts clearly and concisely to diverse audiences; multi-language abilities are a plus.
• A track record of leading complex projects from planning through to execution, with clear actions and measurable outcomes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis, formulas, pivot tables, and reporting, to support decision-making and insights.
• Strong analytical mindset paired with creativity in developing solutions, supported by confident decision-making skills.
• Comfortable working through transitions, driving successful change initiatives.
• Collaborative approach, working effectively with colleagues, leaders, and cross-functional teams to foster a results-driven, team-oriented environment.

Who we are and what we do:

Safeguard Global is…global! We enable global expansion without the risk by helping 1,500+ customers recruit, hire, manage, and pay employees in nearly 190 countries. Join us to meet diverse talent, explore new cultures, and connect with amazing folks from around the globe. ️

Next Steps:

To apply, please click on the following link. We wish you the best with your application. Our Guardian promise to you is to keep in touch to arrange the next stage should your application meet the position's requirements, or provide a gentle update if you have been unsuccessful at this time.

Welcome to the future of work!

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Temporary

• Job function Analyst
• Industries Human Resources Services

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