Senior Manager - Compensation and Benefits - Geo - South Africa

• 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 benefit programs to remain competitive and cost-effective In partnership with our brokers, participate in negotiation of agreements with insurance carriers and financial institutions for administration of benefits 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.