Senior Human Resources Manager - Fully Remote

Placements24; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Health insurance

Stock options

Unlimited PTO

Home office stipend

Professional development

Executive coaching

Global team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Human Resources Manager to lead our HR functions remotely on an international basis. The role is headquartered notionally in East London, but open to candidates across multiple regions, including the UK and Africa.

You will shape and execute HR strategies to drive growth, foster a high-performance culture, manage talent, and enhance the employee experience in a digital, remote environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Experience leading HR in a fully remote or distributed global organization.
• Expertise in international HR practices, compensation strategies, and global mobility preferred.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws including SA and other jurisdictions; exceptional stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies aligned with global objectives.
• Oversee all HR operations including talent acquisition, compensation & benefits, performance, employee relations, and HRIS.
• Lead and mentor a distributed HR team, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Drive initiatives to enhance engagement, retention, and employee experience remotely.
• Manage complex employee relations issues with fair, compliant resolutions.
• Develop and execute robust talent management programs including succession planning.

Skills

Remote leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic HR

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Education

Master's degree in HRM/BA/related

Tools

HRIS

HR technology

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative international e-commerce platform, is seeking a strategic and accomplished Senior Human Resources Manager to lead their HR functions remotely. This is a fully remote position, headquartered notionally in East London, but accessible to candidates across South Africa. You will be instrumental in shaping and executing HR strategies that drive organizational growth, foster a high-performance culture, and ensure a positive employee experience. This role demands a leader with extensive experience in talent management, employee relations, organizational development, and a deep understanding of remote work best practices. The ideal candidate is a proactive, forward-thinking HR professional capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels and driving impactful change in a fast-paced, digital environment. We are committed to attracting and retaining top talent globally and are building a world-class remote HR infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies aligned with the company's global business objectives.


• Oversee all HR operations, including talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, performance management, employee relations, and HRIS management.


• Lead and mentor a distributed HR team, fostering collaboration and high performance.


• Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and overall employee experience in a remote setting.


• Manage complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant resolutions.


• Develop and execute robust talent management programs, including succession planning and leadership development.


• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws across the jurisdictions in which the company operates.


• Analyze HR data and metrics to provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior leadership.


• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives throughout the organization.


• Oversee the effective use of HR technology and systems to support remote operations.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.


• A minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior HR management or leadership role.


• Proven experience leading HR functions in a fully remote or distributed global organization.


• Expertise in international HR practices, compensation strategies, and global mobility is highly desirable.


• In-depth knowledge of South African labor law is required, with exposure to other international labor laws being a significant asset.


• Exceptional strategic thinking, leadership, and change management capabilities.


• Outstanding communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.


• Proficiency in modern HRIS and HR technology platforms.


• A proven track record of building and developing high-performing HR teams.


• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making capabilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary package and bonus structure.


• Comprehensive international health insurance coverage.


• Generous stock options or equity participation.


• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) policy.


• Home office technology stipend and ongoing WFH support.


• Opportunities for extensive professional development and executive coaching.


• The chance to shape the HR function of a rapidly growing international company.


• Work with a diverse and talented global team.