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We take a conservative trading approach that is focused on the fundamentals and structure of the trade, supported by an experienced back-office team that provides top-notch service through to trade completion. We focus on counterparties who are leaders in their markets, are financially stable, a… read morend understand international trade. We provide them with a range of value-added services, including logistics, shipping, finance, insurance, technical support, and industry knowledge at all levels. The greater Macsteel Group revolves around an integrated business model that encompasses the entire value chain of global trading, shipping, stockholding, and distribution. The Group is committed to the principles of good corporate governance and the application of the highest ethical standards in the conduct of business. We comply with the corporate governance standards in the countries in which we operate.
Job Advert Summary
We are seeking a capable and delivery-focused Remuneration & Benefits Manager to manage and coordinate remuneration, payroll and benefits activities within the business. The role is responsible for executing end-to-end payroll and benefits processes, maintaining relevant HR systems and controls, supporting salary alignment and pay structure administration, and ensuring sound governance, compliance and stakeholder service across the function.
Minimum Requirements
Required Qualifications / Experience
Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field.
Registered Compensation Profession (RGP) or equivalent certification – Advantageous.
Payroll Association of Southern Africa (SARA) or South African Payroll Association (SAPA) membership/certification – Advantageous.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in payroll, remuneration and benefits administration and management.
Strong working knowledge of payroll legislation, tax, employee benefits, governance and related HR processes.
Demonstrated experience in HRIS implementation and system administration.
Advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, Lookup, nested IFS, Power Query, dashboards)
Solid experience in compensation benchmarking and pay structure design.
South African Legislative knowledge (LRA, BCEA, EEA, Income Tax Act, Pension Funds Act, POPIA)
Knowledge of the Metal and Engineering Industries Main Agreement – Recommended
Skills and Attributes
Exceptional attention to detail combined with the ability to think at a high level – you must be able to do both.
Business and financial acumen
Rational, evidence-based thinker – approaches problems with logic, not assumption.
High degree of discretion and integrity when handling confidential employee data.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-orientated approach.
Proactive, self-driven and commercially aware
Policy interpretation and governance orientation
Strong people management, analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement capability.
Duties and Responsibilities
Job Specification
Manage and coordinate the end-to-end payroll process to ensure accurate, timely and compliant payroll execution.
Manage end-to-end benefits administration, including retirement funds, insured benefits, medical aids, annual renewals, reconciliations, employee communication and service provider coordination.
Support compensation and benefits administration through salary benchmarking, pay scale maintenance and alignment of remuneration practices to approved frameworks.
Maintain and improve HRIS platforms and related system processes, including payroll, HR administration, time and attendance, leave, access control and interface controls.
Prepare payroll budgets, monitor payroll cost trends, and provide relevant payroll and people cost information for planning and control purposes.
Develop and maintain standard HR documentation, templates, workflow controls, document storage protocols and record management processes within area of responsibility.
Draft, review, and maintain policies, procedures, and process documentation within the area of responsibility.
Manage and support the team within the function to deliver accurate, efficient, and service-orientated support to the business.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, external service providers and statutory bodies relevant to the role.
Apply governance, compliance and risk controls to payroll, remuneration, systems, and employee benefit processes.
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