Global Head of Reward
Anthesis Group
South Africa
Posted on Mar 16, 2025
About Anthesis
Anthesis is the sustainability activator. Proud to be a B Corp, we seek to make a significant contribution to a world which is more resilient and productive. We do this by working with cities, corporates, investors and other organisations to drive sustainable performance. We develop financially driven sustainability strategies, underpinned by technical expertise and delivered by innovative collaborative teams across the world.
At Anthesis Group, we are truly committed to putting people and our planet at the heart of all we do.
Anthesis is the sustainability activator. Proud to be a B Corp, we seek to make a significant contribution to a world which is more resilient and productive. We do this by working with cities, corporates, investors and other organisations to drive sustainable performance. We develop financially driven sustainability strategies, underpinned by technical expertise and delivered by innovative collaborative teams across the world.
At Anthesis Group, we are truly committed to putting people and our planet at the heart of all we do.
- Department
- Enabling : People and Development
- Employment Type
- Permanent - Full Time
- Location
- South Africa
- Workplace type
- Hybrid
Key Responsibilities
Anthesis Group are looking for a Global Head of Reward to manage the global reward offering, reporting to the Global Head of People and being supported by a Compensation Analyst.
The role is charged with the full remit of strategic reward design and operational delivery for:
- The annual compensation cycle from Executive level down
- Compensation Benchmarking
- Executive / Country Benchmarking
- Survey participation and analysis
- Job architecture and global levelling
- Vendor management
- Fair pay governance
- LTIP/Share plan management
- Administration of the various equity awards
- Plan joiners and leavers
- Post-acquisition reward harmonisation (specifically in the UK)
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Global Benefits oversight and support for local P&D teams
- STIP design and implementation – specifically bonus and commission plans
- RemCo support including initial deck build quarterly
- Reward business partnering activity
- Global Mobility
- Ad hoc reward projects and analysis
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
The successful candidate will require the gravitas and experience to influence at the senior executive level of an international organisation, they will have a collaborative and result oriented approach looking develop the Reward knowledge and understanding of the broader HR function and the business. They will have had significant exposure to a variety of reward policies and processes in order to provide an informed and credible service to the organisation. This could have been earned in the Consultancy environment or in-house within similarly structured international and acquisitive environments. It is also essential that the candidate is prepared to assist with operational needs as required.
In addition to these foundations the Global Head of Reward will require:
- Exceptional communications skills across all levels of seniority within an organisation
- International reward strategy design and delivery experience
- A clear understanding of operating in a Private Equity backed environment
- Knowledge of PE backed equity scheme management including some tax and legal knowledge in that space
- A proven track record in project management for key reward initiatives
- A deeply analytical and data driven mind set, combined with the ability to succinctly provide Board level insights and communications
- The ideal candidate would have previous experience in a Reward or People Business Partnering role, with the skills to make sure that our Reward solutions are communicated in a business-focussed way
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Anthesis Group has a significant number of global locations (Anthesis global locations) and is headquartered London. The Global People and Development Team are based in a variety of countries and this role is remote, based in Spain or South Africa, with the possibility of very occasional travel to London.
Anthesis Group has a significant number of global locations (Anthesis global locations) and is headquartered London. The Global People and Development Team are based in a variety of countries and this role is remote, based in Spain or South Africa, with the possibility of very occasional travel to London.
Benefits
You will be part of the South African branch of Anthesis. You will have the opportunity to put the company on the map and play a major role in this. We offer a competitive salary, medical aid and public transport allowance, subsidised meals, as well as life insurance and disability cover. In addition, up to 23 days of vacation and opportunities to develop yourself further.
We work from the trendy Kloof Street in Cape Town; the buzzy area of Rosebank in Johannesburg and the laid-back vibe of Ballito near Durban. All our three offices in South Africa are situated at Workshop17 - the address for innovative and cutting-edge companies. Easy to reach, great coffee, and an ideal place to meet people.
We work from the trendy Kloof Street in Cape Town; the buzzy area of Rosebank in Johannesburg and the laid-back vibe of Ballito near Durban. All our three offices in South Africa are situated at Workshop17 - the address for innovative and cutting-edge companies. Easy to reach, great coffee, and an ideal place to meet people.
About Anthesis Group
Our commitment to building and maintaining a diverse workforce
Anthesis has clients across all industry sectors and supports some of the world’s largest multinationals such as Reckitt, Cisco, Tesco, The North Face, and Target. The company brings together 1,300+ experts operating in 42 countries around the world and has offices in Andorra, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Middle East, the Philippines, Portugal, Spain, South Africa, Sweden, the UK, and the US.
We encourage all employees to contribute their ideas, perspectives, and experiences to help us create an inclusive and equitable workplace. By embracing diversity and providing equal opportunities, we believe we can drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve our shared goals. So, if you’re ready to be a part of something truly extraordinary, then we want you! Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Together, we can continue to build a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and thrive.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to your application process, or need this job advert in a different format, just let us know and we’ll be happy to help.
Anthesis has clients across all industry sectors and supports some of the world’s largest multinationals such as Reckitt, Cisco, Tesco, The North Face, and Target. The company brings together 1,300+ experts operating in 42 countries around the world and has offices in Andorra, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Middle East, the Philippines, Portugal, Spain, South Africa, Sweden, the UK, and the US.
We encourage all employees to contribute their ideas, perspectives, and experiences to help us create an inclusive and equitable workplace. By embracing diversity and providing equal opportunities, we believe we can drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve our shared goals. So, if you’re ready to be a part of something truly extraordinary, then we want you! Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Together, we can continue to build a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and thrive.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to your application process, or need this job advert in a different format, just let us know and we’ll be happy to help.
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