9 Compensation And Benefits jobs in South Africa

• To design, oversee, and manage the organisation’s compensation and benefits programs whilst ensuring that the organisationâ€s compensation structure, including salaries, performance-based incentives, and benefits, is competitive and aligned with the organisation†strategic objectives.
• To collaborate with various stakeholders within the Group to develop and maintain effective compensation and/or remuneration and/or benefits policies that seek to attract, retain, and motivate employees.
• To provide employees with timeous, accurate, salary payments compliant with all applicable legislative requirements and implement remuneration-related policies.

• B.Com in Accounting or equivalent Degree with a specialisation in Payroll Management.
• Post Graduate qualification, an added advantage.
• Minimum 10 years experience in compensation and benefits management and/or payroll management.
• Minimum 3 years as a Payroll or Remuneration or Compensation & Benefits Manager.
• Information Management System i.e. SAP HR Module / Oracle. Advanced Excel.
• Membership of a professional body focused on compensation and benefits an advantage.

• Develop and implement compensation strategies and structures.
• Develop and/or review and implement compensation and benefits policies.
• Conduct regular surveys and market research to ensure competitive compensation practices.
• Analyse compensation data and trends to make informed decisions on salary adjustments, bonuses, and/or incentives.
• Collaborate with HR and Management to develop job descriptions and perform job evaluations.
• Provide guidance and support to HR and Management on compensation and benefits-related matters.
• Prepare and present reports on compensation and benefits metrics as well as other relevant HR Analytics, when required, to Senior Management.
• Prepare relevant compensation and benefits reports for Executive Management, Board Committees and the Board of Directors.
• Collaborate with the HR Executive to prepare written submissions for the approval of the Executive Committee and or the Board Committees.
• Roll out benefits initiatives across the company and provide education and training on various types of benefits to Managers and employees.
• Manage all Payroll activities, establishing appropriate checks and balances to ensure on-time payment, compliance, and accuracy.
• Ensure smooth running of the administration of benefits.
• Manage payroll processes, salary reviews and incentive schemes. 
• Responsible for the integrity of data on the HR Management Information system.
• Ensure consistency in the application of Human Resource policies, benefits and guidelines.
• Manage the preparation of the Group’ nnual workforce and salary budget including the evaluation of the need for new positions and the total remuneration cost and submission thereof.
• Provide support for the review of personnel request to ensure that additional staff or change requests are justified in accordance with budgets, structure and business principles in compliance with organisation design principles.
• Manage and oversee administration of the group†leave management, time and attendance processes, and retirement benefits.
• Execute reconciliations to provident/retirement fund, submit UIF returns, administer all tax affairs related to payroll, prepare bi-annual PAYE returns and prepare and reconcile 3rd party payments.
• Liaise with IT on SAP notes and upgrades related to payroll.
• Assist Auditors with internal, external, and SHEQ audits.
• Ensure good governance and audit protocols are followed by ensuring appropriate controls are in place, processes and procedures are documented and reviewed regularly; and that the highest standards of accuracy and rigour are maintained.

Context & Environment

Culture: To move from a passive administrative function to one that is proactive and desirous of continuous improvement and exceptional customer service delivery across the board.

Legal: The tax legislation is evolving, and changes are frequent, requiring ongoing compliance.

Activities

As a Payroll, Compensation and Benefits Manager, you would be responsible for the following:

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing (SAP) and administration for South Africa, Namibia, and Swaziland, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and efficiency. This includes updates/changes of earnings, deductions, company contributions, and FBT during onboarding, employee lifecycle, and offboarding.
• Manage exception reporting based on variance methodology to ensure all changes are approved and validated.
• Manage cash flow for payroll payments.
• Oversee final sign-off of monthly audit files as per the checklist.
• Manage statutory and benefit contributions, ensuring timely payments and submissions as per SLA and legislation.
• Handle annual and bi-annual statutory reconciliations as prescribed by SARS (easyFile, efiling, Ufile), SRA, NLR, and BURS.
• Ensure all payroll deadlines (annual, monthly, daily) are met.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate internal communication with employees, clients, and business units.
• Maintain payroll records with high confidentiality and integrity, both hard and soft copies. Collaborate with recruitment to ensure receipt of all source documents timely.
• Manage annual increases and bonuses, including payroll configurations and communication.
• Reconcile weekly and monthly payroll control accounts with Finance.
• Manage journal entries for General Ledger matters.
• Handle all global and expatriate report requests, as well as administration of disability and risk policies (GLA, PHI, dread disease).
• Ensure master data accuracy on SAP and personnel files.
• Maintain records retention as per policy and legislation.
• Manage payroll process documentation and updates.
• Prepare for audit readiness monthly.

• Design, develop, implement, and manage salary, bonus, and benefits packages.
• Evaluate and modify existing compensation and benefits programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with current legislation.
• Manage subordinate HR staff and daily operations related to compensation and benefits.

• Review processes, identify improvements, and implement changes to increase accuracy and efficiency.
• Aim to improve operations and reduce turnaround times to enhance customer service.
• Measure resolution cycle times for payroll issues and queries.
• Conduct customer satisfaction surveys to evaluate service delivery.

• Manage the division and carry out all people management activities.

Ideal candidates will have:

• A relevant tertiary degree.
• 10+ years of business-related experience.
• At least 5 years of management experience across business streams.
• Extensive knowledge of benefits, compensation programs, policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Payroll practitioner/rewards specialist certification preferred.
• Advanced experience with SAP payroll system.
• Thorough knowledge of payroll principles, practices, regulations, policies, procedures, and legislation for South Africa, Swaziland, and Namibia.

Must demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, confidentiality, analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, collaboration ability, conflict resolution, and a high customer service orientation.

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth, and offers equal opportunity careers.

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Contexte et environnement

Contexte et environnement

Culture : To move from a passive administrative function to one that is proactive and desirous for continuous improvement and exceptional customer service delivery across the board.

Legal: The tax legislation is evolving, and changes are frequent and the need to comply remain a major challenge

Activités

As a Payroll, Compensation and Benefits Manager, you would be responsibile for the following:

Payroll and HR Administration processing and administration

• To manage end to end payroll processing (SAP) and administration ensuring accuracy, consistency and efficiency for South Africa, Namibia and Swaziland which includes update/changes of earning deductions company contribution and FBT during on boarding employee life cycle and off boarding.
• To manage exception reporting based on variance methodology to ensure that all changes have been approved and validated
• To manage cash management for all payroll payments
• To manage final sign off of monthly audit files as per items noted on the checklist
• To manage statutory and benefit contributions and ensure that the payments and schedules are submitted as per SLA and legislation
• To manage annual and bi-annual statutory reconciliation as prescribed by SARS (easyFile, efiling, Ufile), SRA, NLR and BURS
• To manage annual, monthly and daily payroll calendar deadlines and ensure that all deadlines are met
• To manage compliancy which relates to Company Policies and Procedures
• To manage internal communication processes with employees, clients and business units
• To ensure that payroll records are maintained with the highest levels of confidentiality and integrity both hard copy and soft copy Collaborate effectively with recruitment to ensure receipt of all source documents relating to employee life cycle is timely and within deadlines.
• To manage annual increases and bonuses, including payroll configuration, communication with employees and business
• To manage weekly and monthly payroll control account clearance in conjunction with Finance
• To manage journal entries for all GL matters
• To manage all Global and expatriation report requests Share Administration Disability and Risk administration ( GLA, PHI and dread disease)
• To manage master data accuracy both on SAP and Personnel files Record Retention as per company policy as well as in country legislation
• To manage all working documents for payroll processes and update as required
• To manage audit readiness on a monthly basis
  
  
  

• To design, develop, implement and manage salary, bonus and benefits packages for the employees
• To evaluate and modify existing compensation and benefits programs, policies, and procedures
• To ensure all programs, policies, and procedures comply with current legislation.
• To manage subordinate HR employees and daily operations related to compensation and benefits activities
  
  
  

• To review processes, identify areas of improvement and recommend changes that will increase accuracy and efficiency
• To seek to improve operations, and decrease turnaround times, to enhance customer service.
• To measure the cycle time it takes to resolve payroll problems and respond to queries.
• To carry out customer satisfaction surveys to measure service delivery
  
  
  

• To manage the division and carry out all people management activities
  
  
  

• Relevant tertiary degree
• 10+ years business related experience.
• At least 5 years should be management experience especially working with others across business streams
• Extensive knowledge of benefits and compensation programs, policies, procedures, and applicable legislation
• Certification as a payroll practitioner/ rewards specialist would be preferred.
• Experience and advanced knowledge of SAP payroll system.
• Thorough knowledge of payroll principles, practices, regulations, policies and procedures as well as relevant legislation for South Africa, Swaziland and Namibia.
  
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Human Resources
• Industries Oil and Gas

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Kindly note that this position is based in The Middle East, relocation, accommodation and additional expatriate benefits apply!

Role Overview:
This role is responsible for managing payroll processing, benefits administration, and compensation structures while ensuring full compliance with labor and tax laws. It ensures employee satisfaction through accurate and timely compensation while supporting total rewards strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer monthly payroll cycles, benefits, and end-of-service calculations.

• Maintain employee compensation records and process salary changes.

• Support annual salary reviews and benchmarking exercises.

• Ensure tax compliance and reporting accuracy.

• Liaise with finance and external service providers on payroll matters.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, HR, or Accounting.

• 4+ years’ experience in payroll and compensation management.

• Proficient in payroll software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, SAGE, or local GCC systems).

• Solid understanding of GCC payroll legislation and South African payroll models.

Preferred:

• IPM or GRP Certification.

• Experience working with both local and expat payrolls in the Middle East.

Please note that this position is based in The Middle East, relocation, accommodation and additional expatriate benefits apply!

Role Overview:
This role is responsible for managing payroll processing, benefits administration, and compensation structures while ensuring full compliance with labor and tax laws. It ensures employee satisfaction through accurate and timely compensation while supporting total rewards strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer monthly payroll cycles, benefits, and end-of-service calculations.

• Maintain employee compensation records and process salary changes.

• Support annual salary reviews and benchmarking exercises.

• Ensure tax compliance and reporting accuracy.

• Liaise with finance and external service providers on payroll matters.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, HR, or Accounting.

• 4+ years’ experience in payroll and compensation management.

• Proficient in payroll software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, SAGE, or local GCC systems).

• Solid understanding of GCC payroll legislation and South African payroll models.

Preferred:

• IPM or GRP Certification.

• Experience working with both local and expat payrolls in the Middle East.

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Do you aspire to work for a Legacy Company of more than 120 years in existence? Then this is an opportunity you should not miss!

Become part of this Proudly South African subsidiary of a larger manufacturing concern, who employs state-of-the art technology, and leverage on your Compensation and Benefits experience to contribute to the continued success of the organisation.

Purpose of the Role:

• To design, oversee, and manage the organisation’s compensation and benefits programs whilst ensuring that the organisation’s compensation structure, including salaries, performance-based incentives, and benefits, is competitive and aligned with the organisation’s strategic objectives.
• To collaborate with various stakeholders within the Group to develop and maintain effective compensation and/or remuneration and/or benefits policies that seek to attract, retain, and motivate employees.
• To provide employees with timeous, accurate, salary payments compliant with all applicable legislative requirements and implement remuneration-related policies.
• B.Com in Accounting or equivalent Degree with a specialisation in Payroll Management.
• Post Graduate qualification, an added advantage.
• Minimum 10 years experience in compensation and benefits management and/or payroll management.
• Minimum 3 years as a Payroll or Remuneration or Compensation & Benefits Manager.
• Information Management System i.e. SAP HR Module / Oracle. Advanced Excel.
• Membership of a professional body focused on compensation and benefits an advantage.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Report to the HR Operations Executive:

• Develop and implement compensation strategies and structures.
• Develop and/or review and implement compensation and benefits policies.
• Conduct regular surveys and market research to ensure competitive compensation practices.
• Analyse compensation data and trends to make informed decisions on salary adjustments, bonuses, and/or incentives.
• Collaborate with HR and Management to develop job descriptions and perform job evaluations.
• Provide guidance and support to HR and Management on compensation and benefits-related matters.
• Prepare and present reports on compensation and benefits metrics as well as other relevant HR Analytics, when required, to Senior Management.
• Prepare relevant compensation and benefits reports for Executive Management, Board Committees and the Board of Directors.
• Collaborate with the HR Executive to prepare written submissions for the approval of the Executive Committee and or the Board Committees.
• Roll out benefits initiatives across the company and provide education and training on various types of benefits to Managers and employees.
• Manage all Payroll activities, establishing appropriate checks and balances to ensure on-time payment, compliance, and accuracy.
• Ensure smooth running of the administration of benefits.
• Manage payroll processes, salary reviews and incentive schemes.
• Responsible for the integrity of data on the HR Management Information system.
• Ensure consistency in the application of Human Resource policies, benefits and guidelines.
• Manage the preparation of the Group’s annual workforce and salary budget including the evaluation of the need for new positions and the total remuneration cost and submission thereof.
• Provide support for the review of personnel request to ensure that additional staff or change requests are justified in accordance with budgets, structure and business principles in compliance with organisation design principles.
• Manage and oversee administration of the group’s leave management, time and attendance processes, and retirement benefits.
• Execute reconciliations to provident/retirement fund, submit UIF returns, administer all tax affairs related to payroll, prepare bi-annual PAYE returns and prepare and reconcile 3rd party payments.
• Liaise with IT on SAP notes and upgrades related to payroll.
• Assist Auditors with internal, external, and SHEQ audits.
• Ensure good governance and audit protocols are followed by ensuring appropriate controls are in place, processes and procedures are documented and reviewed regularly; and that the highest standards of accuracy and rigour are maintained.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Human Resources, Management, and Manufacturing
• Industries Manufacturing, Human Resources Services, and Staffing and Recruiting

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On behalf of our client, a leading global financial services firm, we are seeking a data-driven, highly organised Total Rewards Analyst to join their People Operations team in Cape Town. This role focuses on leveraging data accuracy and analysis to deliver competitive, compliant global benefits that support a diverse workforce.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide day-to-day support in the administration of global benefits programs, including health and wellness, travel, retirement, life and disability insurance, and employee assistance.

Act as a first line of support for employee benefits enquiries across international regions, ensuring timely and accurate resolution in line with policy and compliance requirements.

Support the execution of annual benefits processes such as enrolment, renewals, and benefit plan changes in collaboration with vendors and internal stakeholders.

Partner with the Benefits Broker, People Team, Payroll, Legal, and Finance teams to ensure seamless and accurate benefits administration, including data integration and auditing.

Coordinate with third-party vendors to ensure high-quality service delivery and accurate billing, assisting in the reconciliation of monthly invoices and reporting.

Maintain benefits documentation and ensure compliance with applicable local, regional, and global regulations.

Assist in the preparation of internal reporting, benchmarking, and analytics to support strategic benefits planning and decision-making.

Participate in the implementation of new benefits programs or enhancements across different regions, contributing to communications, rollout, and project coordination.

Extract and consolidate benefit data from multiple sources as required.

Experience & Skills Required:

2–3 years of relevant experience in employee benefits, ideally within the financial services

Proven experience in data analysis and manipulation using tools like Excel.

Strong knowledge of core benefits practices and regional/global compliance requirements.

Exceptional attention to detail, data accuracy, and analytical ability.

Professionalism, discretion, and a client-service mindset in handling confidential information.

Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, regulated environment with a high degree of accountability.

Proficient in HRIS platforms (Workday strongly preferred).

Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally, across geographies, and with stakeholders at various levels.