HR Manager - Employee Relations

Placements24; Windsor; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary with bonuses

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement funds

On-site East London

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced HR Manager specializing in Employee Relations for its East London operations. You will lead the development and execution of employee relations strategies, manage complex cases, advise management, develop policies, and foster positive labor relations.

This leadership role focuses on mitigating risks, enhancing employee engagement, and upholding the company's values and legal obligations with on-site work in East London.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive HR experience with a focus on employee relations.
• Deep understanding of labor law, collective bargaining, and dispute resolution processes.
• Proven experience in managing sensitive employee relations cases and investigations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience leading policy development and management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive employee relations strategies and policies.
• Lead investigations into employee grievances, disciplinary matters, and policy violations.
• Provide expert guidance and support to management on complex employee relations issues.
• Advise on labor law compliance and best practices to minimize legal risks.
• Develop and deliver training programs on employee relations and conflict resolution.
• Foster a positive organizational culture and promote constructive dialogue between employees and management.

Skills

Strategic HR Leadership

Employee Relations

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Law, Industrial Psychology, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic HR Manager specializing in Employee Relations for their East London operations. You will lead the development and execution of employee relations strategies, ensuring a fair, respectful, and productive work environment. This leadership role involves managing complex cases, advising management, developing policies, and fostering positive labor relations. Your expertise will be crucial in mitigating risks, enhancing employee engagement, and upholding the company's values and legal obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive employee relations strategies and policies.
• Lead investigations into employee grievances, disciplinary matters, and policy violations.
• Provide expert guidance and support to management on complex employee relations issues.
• Advise on labor law compliance and best practices to minimize legal risks.
• Develop and deliver training programs on employee relations and conflict resolution.
• Foster a positive organizational culture and promote constructive dialogue between employees and management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Law, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in HR, with a significant focus on employee relations management.
• Deep understanding of South African labor law, collective bargaining, and dispute resolution processes.
• Proven experience in managing sensitive employee relations cases and conducting complex investigations.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership abilities and the capacity to influence senior stakeholders.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary with substantial performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to lead strategic HR initiatives in employee relations.
• Comprehensive benefits package including top-tier medical aid and retirement funds.
• On-site work environment in East London fostering strong team cohesion.
• Commitment to employee development and career advancement within the organization.