Compensation and Benefits Specialist (Johannesburg, South Africa or Nairobi, Kenya)
Genesis Analytics
- South Africa
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Reconfiguring economies: creating income for large, rapidly urbanising youth cohorts within a global economy undergoing profound changes
- A human transition: a fundamental rethink of how societies, governments and markets can ensure the health and cognitive and social well-being of all those young people, including the most vulnerable
- A just climate transition: both to decarbonise and to manage the human and economic impacts of a global crisis they did not cause
- To do this work, we are building a new type of impact firm
- Remuneration Strategy and Policy - Developing and implementing global remuneration strategies, policies, and frameworks to attract, retain, and motivate top talent at all levels of the organisation.
- Compensation Analysis and Design - Conduct in-depth analysis and evaluation of job roles to determine appropriate salary bands, grading structures, and bonus schemes.
- Global Rewards Programs - Research and implement global rewards programs, including recognition schemes, retention initiatives, and long-term incentive plans; manage the Employer of Record relationship across the business
- Data Analysis and Reporting - Collect and analyse compensation data from various sources to support decision-making and ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
- Communication and Training - Develop and deliver training programs on remuneration policies, practices, and tools for HR business partners, managers, and employees.
- Are passionate, self-motivated and energetic problem-solvers
- Value integrity and exhibit ethical behaviour
- Are analytical thinkers and fast learners with an excellent academic record
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, or a related field. A master's degree or professional certification in compensation and benefits is a plus.
- Extensive experience (5+ years) as a Compensation and Benefits Specialist or Compensation Analyst, in a global or multinational organisation.
- Strong knowledge of global remuneration practices, including salary benchmarking, job evaluation systems, variable pay structures, and incentive plan design.
- Familiarity with local labour laws, regulations, and compliance requirements in multiple countries.
- Proficiency in data analysis and advanced Excel skills. Experience with compensation software or HRIS systems is desirable.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, across different cultures and geographies.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
- Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to work independently and prioritise multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Please follow the online application process on the career portal of the Genesis website, we are unable to accept any e-mailed CVs or applications
- Your application will primarily be considered for this role. If that are multiple roles that you are interested in, please submit your application to each position
- Once you have applied via our career portal, you will receive a system-generated confirmation e-mail that your application was received
- NOTE: Please be advised that uploaded documents/attachments cannot be bigger than 4MB in total, as the system will not accept your application if the uploaded documents exceed 4MB
- Communication will be with short-listed candidates only - if you do not receive any feedback on your application within 3 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful
- Genesis Analytics reserves the right not to proceed with an appointment of any advertised role
- All appointments will be made in line with Genesis Analytics’ Employment Equity Plan and Transformation Policies
- All applications will be treated confidentially