Reward and Global Mobility Manager

Reward and Global Mobility Manager

Cape Town, South Africa

At Scatec, you get to work on something that matters. We develop, build, own, and operate renewable energy solutions that accelerate access to reliable and affordable clean energy. As part of a global and agile organisation, you will work with skilled colleagues across functions and geographies, take real ownership, and contribute to a company driven by the vision of improving our future.

At the heart of everything we do is our belief that we bring the energy - the energy for change, connection, and growth. It shapes how we collaborate, innovate, and create impact together.

If you are looking for a role where your contribution is visible, your development matters, and your work supports a more sustainable future, Scatec may be the right place for you.

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Why this role matters

As the Reward and Global Mobility Manager you will be accountable for leading and continuously improving the operational delivery of Scatec’s global reward and mobility programme, ensuring core processes are delivered consistently, efficiently and in line with business needs.

The role holder owns the end-to-end delivery of key annual reward processes, including the annual salary review, performance management and Short-Term Incentive (STI) bonus cycle, global benchmarking, Long-Term Incentive and employee share-based programmes.

The role contributes to ensuring Scatec’s reward and mobility programme is well benchmarked, fit for purpose, transparent and easy to understand, supporting the company’s ability to attract, retain and incentivise employees across functions and geographies.

The role requires a highly analytical and detail-oriented reward professional with strong numerical capability, sound understanding of compensation practices, and the ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders. 

What you'll be doing

As the Global Reward Operations Lead you will be responsible for owning, orchestrating and running key annual global reward processes across Scatec, as well as supporting the management and evolution of the global reward programme for a market leader in renewable energy, ensuring the programme remains competitive and aligned with the organisation’s strategy and business objectives.

• Facilitate the Scatec annual global reward processes including salary reviews, performance/bonus cycle, benchmarking, option and share programmes
• Develop reward training materials and run capability building sessions with leaders and engagement sessions with employees to support the various reward cycles and priorities
• Conduct in-depth analysis of compensation data identifying trends and strategic insights to inform the global salary review
• Benchmark compensation packages against external market to ensure competitiveness, providing recommendations for adjustments where necessary
• Support the design, implementation, and management of variable pay and incentive programs to drive performance and reward top talent
• Conduct job evaluations to determine appropriate job levels, titles, and salary ranges, ensuring consistency across the organization
• Generate regular reports on compensation metrics and trends, providing actionable insights to support decision-making
• Stay informed of industry trends, best practices, and emerging regulations in compensation and benefits to inform the development of innovative reward strategies
• Ensure that all compensation and benefits programs adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, including equal pay and other relevant laws

Your work will support real decisions, real assets, and real operational outcomes.

What you'll bring

Experience and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master's degree or relevant professional certification in compensation, benefits, global mobility or HR is advantageous
• 8+ years experience in reward, compensation, benefits or HR operations, with experience managing annual reward cycles, benchmarking processes and/or incentive programmes in a complex international environment
• Strong understanding of compensation practices, market benchmarking, job evaluation, variable pay, share-based programmes and relevant legal, regulatory and governance requirements
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, HRIS and compensation analysis tools, with confidence using technology, automation and AI-enabled tools to improve process efficiency, accuracy and reporting
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain data accuracy, confidentiality, auditability and compliance across sensitive reward and employee data
• Ability to work independently, collaborate effectively across functions and geographies, and influence stakeholders to deliver consistent reward outcomes

What it's like to work at Scatec

At Scatec, we combine purpose with performance. We value responsibility, clarity, and collaboration and we encourage people to challenge existing ways of working, contribute ideas, and keep developing. You can expect an environment where people work together across disciplines and geographies, where good performance matters, and where you are trusted to take ownership without unnecessary hierarchy.

If you are motivated by technology, data and AI-enabled tools to improve accuracy, efficiency, insight generation and a deep understanding of compensation practices, this could be a strong next step in your career.

What we offer

At Scatec, you will be part of a company with a clear and ambitious purpose, working on renewable energy solutions that make a lasting difference. You will gain responsibility early, learn from experienced colleagues, and build your capabilities in a business that offers global exposure, strong development opportunities, and meaningful work in the energy transition.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, competence, and business needs.

We review applications on an ongoing basis.