Description:
Executive HR Opportunity – Now Hiring!
Are you a seasoned Reward Executive ready to shape a performance-driven reward strategy in a complex, high-impact environment? Our client, a JSE-listed industry leader in the agribusiness/manufacturing sector , is seeking a dynamic professional to lead its total rewards function from their Centurion Head Office .
This executive role requires a confident strategist who can influence Board-level decisions , ensure compliance with King IV and JSE requirements , and align total rewards with talent, ESG, and shareholder value goals.
Key Responsibilities
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Design and implement a Group-wide Total Rewards Strategy , including executive and broad-based remuneration, incentives, benefits, and payroll
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Partner with RemCo and senior executives to align remuneration models with shareholder expectations and business KPIs
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Lead the development and governance of STI and LTI schemes , job grading frameworks, and workforce cost planning
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Oversee the payroll function across multiple entities, ensuring compliance with SARS, UIF, and statutory requirements
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Drive digitisation and automation of reward and payroll systems in collaboration with HRIS and Finance
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Benchmark compensation against local/global comparators and optimise cost-effective benefits
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Manage Remuneration Reports, Board submissions , and investor transparency requirements
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Foster internal reward capabilities by leading a Reward & Payroll Centre of Excellence
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, HR, Business Admin , or similar (essential)
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10+ years of senior HR/Reward leadership, 5+ years in executive roles
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Experience in JSE-listed , unionised , and large-scale organisations
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Strong knowledge of King IV , tax and labour law, and remuneration governance
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Familiar with SAP, SAGE, SuccessFactors , or other reward/HRIS platforms
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Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), CBP, or SARA membership is highly advantageous
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Demonstrated leadership in job evaluation frameworks , long-term incentive structuring, and workforce cost modelling
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Proven success working with ExCo, RemCo, and investor relations
- Registered with SARA is preferred
Key Attributes
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High integrity, strategic mindset, and strong business alignment
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Hands-on leadership with advanced HR analytics and modelling capability
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Strong influencing and negotiation skills at Board level
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Resilient, agile, and results-driven
Location : Centurion, South Africa (On-site 5 Days a week)
Industry : Agribusiness / Manufacturing (JSE-listed environment)
Package : Highly competitive and commensurate with experience. Benefits include Medical Aid, Retirement Allowances, etc.
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
Apply today — contact Lidene Pienaar at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
Visit: www.hireresolve.us
Send your CV to: financialcareers@hireresolve.za.com
We will contact you telephonically within 3 days if you are suitable for this vacancy. If not, we’ll keep your CV on file and reach out regarding future opportunities.
Requirements:
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Design and implement a Group-wide Total Rewards Strategy , including executive and broad-based remuneration, incentives, benefits, and payroll
-
Partner with RemCo and senior executives to align remuneration models with shareholder expectations and business KPIs
-
Lead the development and governance of STI and LTI schemes , job grading frameworks, and workforce cost planning
-
Oversee the payroll function across multiple entities, ensuring compliance with SARS, UIF, and statutory requirements
-
Drive digitisation and automation of reward and payroll systems in collaboration with HRIS and Finance
-
Benchmark compensation against local/global comparators and optimise cost-effective benefits
-
Manage Remuneration Reports, Board submissions , and investor transparency requirements
-
Foster internal reward capabilities by leading a Reward & Payroll Centre of Excellence
-
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, HR, Business Admin , or similar (essential)
-
10+ years of senior HR/Reward leadership, 5+ years in executive roles
-
Experience in JSE-listed , unionised , and large-scale organisations
-
Strong knowledge of King IV , tax and labour law, and remuneration governance
-
Familiar with SAP, SAGE, SuccessFactors , or other reward/HRIS platforms
-
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), CBP, or SARA membership is highly advantageous
-
Demonstrated leadership in job evaluation frameworks , long-term incentive structuring, and workforce cost modelling
-
Proven success working with ExCo, RemCo, and investor relations
- Registered with SARA is preferred
-
High integrity, strategic mindset, and strong business alignment
-
Hands-on leadership with advanced HR analytics and modelling capability
-
Strong influencing and negotiation skills at Board level
-
Resilient, agile, and results-driven