Head of Rewards Data at WTW in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Head of Rewards Data

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Excellence

• Meet or exceed WTW performance standards for financial management, client relationship management and work quality.
• Project manage the work of other associates in a way that ensures profitable revenue for WTW, associate engagement and development, and high client satisfaction
• Contribute to building an employer of choice culture and teams that consist of top performing associates committed to client satisfaction, teamwork & excellence in all that is done
• Be a positive role model of Willis Towers Watson values

Industry Growth and Account Management

• Develop deep understanding of industry-specific reward trends to facilitate broader client conversations
• Drive growth of industry survey database through upselling RDI products and cross-selling across practices
• Lead survey launch and result-sharing sessions with client and industry groups
• Serves as subject matter expert on RDI offering(s)
• Manages mid-sized multinational accounts and domestic TMOs
• Responsible for securing and renewing participation and orders from a large portfolio of assigned accounts
• Plan and deliver annual Data Services reports, ensuring the report quality and timely delivery
• Share insights through knowledge sharing sessions or contribute to professional publications

Consulting Projects Delivery

• Supports large-scale consulting projects
• Independently manage smaller consulting projects
• Contribute to reward solution projects through continuous professional development
• Apply industry and compensation expertise to deliver tailored client solutions
• Proactively identify client needs to generate new business opportunities

People

• Lead a team of associates, managing experienced talent, and facilitating the development of less experienced associates through coaching and mentoring.
• Contribute to building an employer of choice culture that consists of top performing associates committed to client satisfaction, teamwork & excellence in all that is done

Requirements

An ideal candidate should combine strong analytical capabilities with business acumen and client engagement skills. He/She should meet the following criteria:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or above in a relevant field, such as:
  • Mathematics, Statistics, Business Administration, Finance, Human Resources, Economics, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Sociology, Data Science or Applied Analytics
  • Advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, Master’s in HR, Economics, or Analytics) are a plus

Professional Experience

• Minimum 15 years of relevant work experience in human resources, data analysis, Compensation & Benefits, Survey Research, Management Consulting or a related field

Technical & Analytical Skills

• Solid understanding of statistical methods, data analysis, data interpretation, insight generation, and presentation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Python and other data analysis programs
• Ability to produce high-quality written deliverables, including business reports or proposals
• Strong attention to details and accuracy in data handling and analysis

Communication & Collaboration

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to present ideas clearly, logically, and persuasively
• Comfortable interacting with clients and stakeholders at all levels
• Demonstrates initiative, ownership, and a collaborative mindset
• Strong interest in building a long-term career in the consulting profession

Resilience & Mindset

• Demonstrate a positive and solution-oriented mindset, especially when facing setbacks or ambiguity
• Able to quick recover from challenges and maintain focus under pressure

Capable of managing high workloads and fast-paced environments while maintaining personal well-being and productivity

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email candidate.helpdesk@willistowerswatson.com