Chief People Officer

Hire Resolve; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Hire Resolve is seeking a visionary Chief People Officer to lead the HR function for a prominent healthcare group in Johannesburg. This hybrid role reports to the CEO, aligning people strategies with long-term objectives while ensuring regulatory compliance and fiscal responsibility.

The successful candidate will bring 10+ years HR experience, with 5+ years in executive roles, and a postgraduate degree in HR or business management.

Qualifications

• Education: postgraduate qualification in HR, business management or related field.
• Experience: 10+ years in HR, with at least 5 years in senior management or executive role.
• Sector expertise: private healthcare experience is advantageous.
• Leadership: track record leading multi-disciplinary HR teams.
• Competencies: strong strategic thinking, judgement, and ability to operate in high-pressure executive settings.

Responsibilities

• Executive leadership: sit on EXCO and communicate HR needs to the Board.
• HR strategy and oversight across Talent, Learning & Development, Employee Relations and planning.
• Organizational development: plan for long-term HR trends and employer of choice status.
• Governance and compliance: oversee compensation, benefits, equal opportunity and diversity.
• Financial accountability: manage HR budget and drive people-centric initiatives.

Skills

Executive leadership

HR strategy

Organizational development

Governance & compliance

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Education

Postgraduate degree in HR/Business Management

Job description

Chief People Officer | Johannesburg (Hybrid)

Hire Resolve is seeking a visionary and strategic Chief People Officer (CPO) to provide executive leadership for the Human Resources function of a prominent healthcare group. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will be responsible for aligning people strategies with long-term organizational objectives while ensuring strict adherence to regulatory and legal parameters.

Key Strategic Responsibilities:

• Executive Leadership: Serve as a key member of the EXCO, articulating HR needs and strategic plans to the Board of Directors and executive management.

• HR Strategy & Oversight: Provide direction across all HR sub-functions, including Talent Management, Learning & Development, Employee Relations, and Manpower Planning.

• Organizational Development: Anticipate and plan for long-term human resource trends, ensuring the group remains an employer of choice within the private healthcare sector.

• Governance & Compliance: Maintain oversight of compensation, benefits, equal opportunity, and diversity programs in line with industry regulations.

• Financial Accountability: Manage the HR budget and drive people-centric initiatives that positively impact high-level financial indicators.

Requirements:

• Education: A relevant Postgraduate Degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or a related field.

• Experience: 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior management or executive position.

• Sector Expertise: Proven experience within Private Healthcare Operations is highly advantageous.

• Leadership Track Record: Demonstrable ability to lead multi-disciplinary HR teams and provide comprehensive solutions in complex organizational structures.

• Competencies: Exceptional strategic thinking, critical judgment, and the ability to navigate high-pressure executive environments.