HR Business Partner - Operations

Placements24; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Influence HR strategy for an major ops

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support East London-based operational divisions. The role partners with leadership to drive HR initiatives that align with business objectives, enhance performance, and foster a positive work environment.

Responsibilities include talent management, employee relations, and organizational development within a hybrid work setup, supporting the business through strategic HR solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field.
• 5-7 years of experience as an HR Business Partner in operational or manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience in talent management, employee engagement, and conflict resolution.
• Strong knowledge of South African labor legislation and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with operational leaders to develop and execute HR strategies that align with business goals.
• Provide expert advice on employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning.
• Lead and participate in talent management initiatives, including succession planning and skill development.
• Drive employee engagement programs to improve morale and productivity within operational teams.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies within the operational context.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Influencing

HR strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support their operational divisions in East London . This strategic role involves partnering closely with operational leadership to drive HR initiatives that support business objectives, enhance employee performance, and foster a positive work environment. You will be instrumental in talent management, employee relations, and organizational development within the operational context. The ideal candidate is a proactive and results-oriented HR professional with a strong understanding of operational challenges and a passion for creating impactful HR solutions, offering a flexible hybrid work model.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with operational leaders to develop and execute HR strategies that align with business goals.
• Provide expert advice and support on employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning.
• Lead and participate in talent management initiatives, including succession planning and skill development.
• Drive employee engagement programs and initiatives to improve morale and productivity within operational teams.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and company policies within the operational context.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience as an HR Business Partner , with a focus on operational or manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience in talent management, employee engagement, and conflict resolution.
• Strong knowledge of South African labor legislation and HR best practices.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities and support for continued learning.
• A key role in shaping the HR strategy for a significant operational division.