L'Oreal SA_ Junior Rewards Specialist

Job Title:
Junior Rewards Specialist - South Africa

Location:
Woodmead Johannesburg

Availability:
Immediately

Job Type:
Temporary

Contract Period:
12 months

About The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Junior Rewards Specialist to join our Human Resources team in South Africa. This entry-level to early-career role is an exciting opportunity for an individual passionate about compensation, benefits, and employee recognition. The Junior Rewards Specialist will play a crucial support role in the design, implementation, and administration of our rewards programs, helping to ensure we attract, retain, and motivate top talent across the organisation. This position offers significant learning and development opportunities within a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities
Compensation Support:

• Provide support on Pay Grade and Short-Term Incentive review project.
• Assist with job grading and evaluation documentation, ensuring alignment with internal frameworks and market benchmarks.
• Conduct preliminary research on market pay rates and trends within the South African labour market.

Benefits And Wellness Programme Support

• Provide administrative support for employee benefits programs such as medical aid, provident fund/pension, group life insurance.
• Compile an Employee Benefits Guidebook and provide support in the communication there of to employees.
• Roll out Share & Care initiatives (Group Wellness programme) and drive communications around them.

Compliance

• Assist in the development of Rewards Policies, ensuring all rewards practices comply with South African labour legislation (e.g., Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act).
• Follow up on Internal audit action items for Rewards.
• Prepare routine reports for internal stakeholders and assist with statutory reporting
• Assist with BBBEE / Employment Equity database.
• Provide support for Employment Equity Committee and other EE matters.

Data Management & Analysis

• Assist with the collection, validation, and analysis of compensation and benefits data, including participation in local and international salary surveys.
• Maintain accurate employee data in HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) related to remuneration, benefits, and job structures.
• Prepare basic reports and dashboards to support decision-making related to rewards programs.

Research & Best Practice

• Conduct research on emerging trends and best practices in compensation, benefits, and rewards in the South African context.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in rewards processes and offerings.

Ad-hoc Support

• Provide general administrative support to the Rewards and broader HR team as needed.

Education
Key Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• SARA membership and GRP or CCP certification advantageous

Experience:
2-3 years of experience in an HR administrative role, with some exposure to data analysis, compensation or benefits administration preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills are essential: proficient in pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, formulas, and basic data analysis.
• Familiarity with HRIS (e.g. SAP Success Factors, Sage VIP) is a strong advantage.
• Basic understanding of data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) is a plus.
• Soft Skills & Competencies:
• Exceptional Attention to Detail: Meticulous and accurate when handling sensitive data.

Strong Analytical Acumen

• Ability to work with numbers, identify trends, and draw logical conclusions.
• High Level of Confidentiality and Integrity: Trustworthy in handling sensitive employee information.

Excellent Communication Skills:
Clear and concise, both written and verbal, for interacting with employees and stakeholders.

Proactive & Eager to Learn:
A self-starter with a genuine interest in the rewards field and a desire for continuous development.

Problem-Solving Skills:
Ability to identify issues and propose solutions.

Team Player:
Collaborative and able to work effectively within a team environment.

Adaptability:
Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• An excellent opportunity to develop your career in a specialized and impactful area of Human Resources.
• Hands-on experience in the rewards function.
• Exposure to a wide range of compensation, benefits, and recognition practices.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment within a reputable organisation.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Competitive entry-level salary and benefits package in line with the South African market.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition or disability. We adhere to all local Labour Relations legislation.

Closing Date: 18 November 2025