Senior Manager - Compensation and Benefits - Geo - South Africa

Job Description

Responsible for designing and implementing all aspects of the employee rewards programs for South Africa, including compensation, benefits and short -term incentives. The incumbent will also, in partnership with the Global Rewards team, lead, review and design to ensure that the C&B practices of the organization are internally equitable, market competitive and aligned with the company's performance and affordability. - The role will have a deep understanding of external best-practices and reward strategies combined with a track record of conceptualizing successful strategies, developing and leading action plans, and the ability to execute and operationalize in a scalable way to amplify Business productivity and sustain a high performing culture that attracts, motivates and retains talent. - Work with Corporate Rewards Team on Benchmarking of salary/benefits data and participation in regular/industry/forum level surveys. Analyze and share reports/insights to Leadership/Top Management. - Monitor, evaluate and design Hiring Ranges with Recruitment, HRBP and Business. - Will work closely with HR leaders and C&B on promotions, market corrections, Geo mobility, other case etc. on the compensation related recommendations. - Design, monitor and manage the Benefits . Lead strategy and design to deliver quality benet programs to remain competitive and cost-eective In partnership with our brokers, participate in negotiation of agreements with insurance carriers and nancial institutions for administration of benets programs - Calibrate with Corporate Rewards Team on annual processes like Merit Increase , Bonus and Equity Grants. Evaluate effectiveness of STI (Bonus, P4P, sales Commission)/LTI (Equity) plans. - Track and work on DEI, Pay Equity and Gender Pay analysis with the corporate Team. - Liaise with Compliance/Legal team and ensure compliance with regulations and company policies in compensation decisions. - Design, upkeep and update C&B policies. Ensure effective and timely communications to employees. - Partner with Global Rewards team to develop monthly/quarterly dashboards and analysis. - Work closely with Corporate Rewards and finance team on Budgeting and Pricing of jobs. - Manage the data processes required by internal and external sources, including resolving data errors and partnering with HR shared services as needed. - Prepare reports and analysis of compensation data. Partner with HR Business Partners and Management to review findings and recommendations - Partner with other HR team members/leaders and functional areas to investigate and resolve escalated employee issues (Compensation matters). - Collaborate with HRIS/HRSS/DHRO to maintain systems related to compensation and benefits administration. Competencies, Skills and Values & Behavior Knowledge of the industry, local legislation (South Africa) and HR statutory compliances Should be proficient with MS excel, PowerPoint and Word. Strong data acumen & decision-making ability, Relationship Management &Strategic and commercial thinking. Experience implementing cost-saving methods and improving operational efficiency. Analytical skills with ability to use data proactively to address opportunities. Ability to communicate in a clear and confident manner. Ability to elicit cooperation from teams, management, and external stakeholders. Experience building and cultivating effective working relationships with multiple stakeholders (internal & external) Prior knowledge of Oracle Fusion and Power BI is desired. Understanding of tools like Tableau, Power BI, Qlik sense etc. is desired. Minimum Requirements 8+ years experience in Compensation and Benefits with minimum 3-5 years of leading the function or Geo (South Africa). ITES/KPO/Analytics Industry background Should have strong analytical and advanced Excel skills. Excellent written and verbal communication and influencing skills with strong presentation skills. Strong stakeholder relationships/other partnerships experience within a global setting.