Senior Remuneration & Benefits Specialist at Cape Union Mart

Job Description

• We are looking for a dynamic Remuneration & Benefits Specialist to join our Human Resources Department who in this high-impact role will combine deep technical expertise in remuneration and benefits with strategic influence across our Group of companies in South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana.

Your impact

• Lead our annual reward calendar, including salary reviews, incentives, and benefits.
• Ensure competitive, compliant, and equitable practices, driving retention and attraction.
• Oversee medical, pension, insurance, and risk benefits to support employee wellbeing.
• Deliver insights and reporting that drive leadership decisions and business performance.
• Advise executives and partner with HR, Payroll, and key stakeholders to deliver best practice.

What you’ll bring:

• A BCom degree in HR, Finance, or related field.
• A SARA Reward Specialist designation is advantageous.
• 5+ years’ proven experience in remuneration and benefits, at a similar level, within a Retail environment.
• A proven track record in policy design, reporting, and process improvement.
• Strong working knowledge of legislation and legal frameworks related to remuneration, benefits (fringe benefits, medical aids, medical insurance), and taxation
• Advanced Excel and strong data/reporting skills.
• Integrity, discretion, and strong communication
• A passion for fairness, recognition, and building reward solutions that engage employees.