Senior Benefits Practitioner

Department Description/Departement BeskrywingHuman Resources DivisionSenior Benefits Practitioner (Post Level 8)(Stellenbosch Campus)Ref. MHB/266/1025 The Human Resources Division at Stellenbosch University (SU) plays a leading role in shaping an exceptional employee experience across a world-class, research-intensive institution. As a trusted strategic partner, HR drives excellence, transformation, and inclusive people practices that enable staff to thrive and contribute meaningfully. Guided by the University's values of excellence, compassion, accountability, respect, and equity, we operate through a client-centred model that delivers innovative, people-focused solutions. Our Centres of Excellence, Business Partners, and Shared Services teams work together to strengthen engagement, support growth, and position Stellenbosch University as an employer of choice.About The RoleStellenbosch University (SU) is seeking an experienced and detail-driven Senior Benefits Administrator to join the Remuneration and Benefits Centre of Excellence within the Human Resources Division.This key role focuses on the effective administration, communication, and continuous improvement of employee benefits, ensuring compliance with legislative frameworks and institutional policies. The incumbent will provide expert guidance to internal stakeholders, contribute to policy and process enhancements, and play a proactive role in promoting financial and retirement well-being among staff.Duties/Pligte Administering, coordinating, and overseeing complex employee benefit processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution. Reviewing and reconciling benefit-related transactions, including monthly reports, contributions, and claims. Providing high-level guidance and support to staff and HR colleagues on all benefit-related queries. Collaborating with external service providers and consultants to optimise benefits administration and communication. Contributing to the development, review, and communication of benefit policies and procedures. Preparing management reports and statistical analyses to support decision-making and process improvement. Leading benefit workshops and information sessions to enhance employee understanding and engagement. Supporting projects and audits relating to remuneration, benefits, and HR compliance. Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes A relevant bachelor's degree (NQF 7) with at least five years' experience in benefits administration or remuneration, with proven involvement in training and designing benefits structures; OR at least seven years' relevant experience in benefits administration with proven involvement in training and designing benefits structures. Advanced knowledge of employee benefits, including retirement funds, group life insurance, and medical aid. Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills with attention to accuracy and compliance. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently across multiple stakeholder groups. Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Pension Funds and Income Tax Acts. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Excel and data reporting. Recommendation/Aanbeveling Exposure to HRIS or integrated HR/payroll systems. How To Apply/Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen#PSSThe University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the institutional EE Plan. Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.Your application, comprising a cover letter summarising how you meet the requirements, a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three references), and certified copies of qualifications must reach the University before or on the closing date in the advertisement. Apply online at https://www.su.ac.za/en/careers-su by clicking "Apply now" at the top to the right of the page for the specific vacancy. The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.If you have received no feedback from the University after four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful.Enquiries/NavraeEnquiries about this post: Mr Japie Kotze on 021 808 2753, or at jjsk@sun.ac.zaEnquiries about remuneration/benefits and technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre, on 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch), or 021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), or at sun-e-hr@sun.ac.zaCurrencyCommencement Date 01-Dec-2025Closing Date 10-Nov-2025Amount of TravelWork At Home