Cheyenne Gilbert
Reward Specialist
Johannesburg,GP
Summary
Dynamic Reward Specialist with expertise in job evaluation and global mobility, honed at Thungela. Proven track record in conducting pay gap analyses and leading annual salary reviews using SuccessFactors. Strong analytical thinking and project management skills drive impactful insights and compliance in remuneration . A collaborative HR partner.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Reward Specialist
Thungela
01.2024 - Current
- Conduct directors' remuneration benchmarking & analysis.
- Perform pay gap analysis and provide insights.
- Manage Dubai payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Support employee relocations and international assignments under global mobility frameworks.
- Conduct job evaluation using WTW job architecture and align to internal frameworks.
- Set up and lead the annual salary review and bonus process on SuccessFactors.
- Assist in developing pay scales and pay zone calculator.
Remuneration Analyst
Discovery
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Investigate pay anomalies.
- Income differential submission as part of EEA submission.
- Benchmarking positions to national/industry circle salary survey.
- Investigating issues experienced during annual salary review and bonus process.
- Administration of shares from allocation to vesting.
- Contributing company data to compensation surveys & analyzing results.
- Provide divisional support during annual salary,STI & LTI review cycles.
- Provide data for pay gap reporting.
Reward Analyst (Junior)
Discovery
03.2020 - 12.2022
- Process interim salary adjustments.
- Primary point of contact for remuneration and benefit queries.
- Submission of Remchannel Benefits Survey.
- Manage Executive PA incentives.
- Maintenance of the dummy payslip tool.
- Supporting the remuneration team.
HRIS Administrator
Babcock
07.2018 - 02.2020
- Forming, maintaining employee records and processing leave applications on SAP.
- Resolving all benefit related queries.
- Providing monthly reports.
- Administering/editing personnel master data on SAP.
HR Administrator
Denstu Aegis Network
02.2018 - 06.2018
- Managed recruitment processes by screening resumes, coordinating interviews, and onboarding new employees to ensure a smooth integration into the organization.
- Developed and maintained employee records using HR management systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
- Facilitated training sessions for new hires, focusing on company culture, policies, and compliance procedures to promote a knowledgeable workforce.
- Ensured compliance with labor laws by staying updated on regulations and implementing necessary changes to HR policies and practices as required.
- Collaborated with management in performance appraisal processes by preparing documentation and providing insights on employee development needs.
- Supported payroll processing by verifying timesheets and maintaining accurate attendance records to facilitate timely compensation for employees.
- Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees, which included distribution of all paperwork.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of HR best practices, applying this expertise when advising managers on employee matters.
HR Intern
Dentsu Aegis Network
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Assisted in the recruitment process by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and coordinating communication between candidates and hiring managers.
- Maintained employee records in HRIS, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements.
- Supported onboarding processes for new hires by preparing orientation materials, facilitating training sessions, and providing guidance on company policies.
- Conducted employee engagement surveys and compiled feedback to identify areas for improvement in workplace culture and job satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resources
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg 04.2001 -
Skills
Timeline
Reward Specialist
Thungela
01.2024 - Current
Remuneration Analyst
Discovery
01.2023 - 12.2023
Reward Analyst (Junior)
Discovery
03.2020 - 12.2022
HRIS Administrator
Babcock
07.2018 - 02.2020
HR Administrator
Denstu Aegis Network
02.2018 - 06.2018
HR Intern
Dentsu Aegis Network
02.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resources
University of Johannesburg
04.2001 -
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