Remuneration & Benefits Manager (Fixed term contract)

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We are an inclusive team who power two of the most iconic and loved brands, Kmart and Target. We have more than 50,000 passionate individuals across our stores, distribution centres, and offices around the globe.

With our brands touching the lives of almost two million customers every week, you’ll feel the impact of the work you’ll do every day. As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We’re changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of.

Join the team

The Remuneration and Benefits team are a group of supportive and friendly professionals who are highly engaged and work collaboratively to partner with their stakeholders. They are passionate about providing expert advice and the work that they do significantly contributes to making Kmart and Target a great place to work and grow.

This role is based in Kmart’s Support Office in Chadstone and will report to the Senior Remuneration & Benefits Manager. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful difference, apply now and become a part of our dynamic team! 

Please note this is a 10-month Fixed term contract.

What you’ll be doing

As a Remuneration and Benefits Manager for Kmart and Target you will:

• Partner with our People & Capability Business Partners and provide expert remuneration advice in line with our reward strategy, on all matters relating to remuneration including salary, incentives, shares and superannuation.
• Have expert knowledge of various job evaluation methodologies, particularly Mercer IPE, and be responsible for the annual update of our remuneration framework.
• Lead the end-to-end annual remuneration review for over 5,500 team members globally, across Australia, New Zealand and Asia.
• Lead the bonus calculation process for our 55,000 team members across Stores, Distribution Centres, and our Support Office.
• Analyse large and complex data sets using advanced Excel skills, translating insights into clear recommendations for stakeholders.
• Have the opportunity to network with other remuneration and benefits professionals across Wesfarmers, including Bunnings and Officeworks.

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience building your deep, technical knowledge of remuneration within large and complex organisations.
• The ability to explain remuneration concepts to all levels of management, including the Executive Leadership Team.
• Demonstrated people leadership capability, with a preference for experience coaching, developing, and guiding team members to deliver high‑quality outcomes.
• Meticulous attention to detail and expert verbal and written communication skills that allow you to communicate meaningfully and build rapport with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• A demonstrated understanding of various employment, superannuation, and tax legislations.
• The ability to work at pace, meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities whilst always maintaining a high degree of accuracy.
• Expert knowledge in SAP SuccessFactors (strongly preferred).
• A certification in job evaluation (Mercer IPE highly regarded).

Benefits we’ll offer you:

• Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.  
• A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Bunnings 
• Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers!  
• We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why eligible team members get the opportunity to participate in a bonus program 
• We offer inclusive parental leave, and ongoing support offered though our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances  
• A dynamic learning and support program 
• Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor 
• A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes 
• Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group 

We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.

We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing kmartgroupcareers@kmart.com.au.

If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!

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