Digital Lead

Trending Talent Solutions; Merafong City Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in South Africa is seeking a Digital Lead – Human Resources to lead digital transformation in HR. This role focuses on integrating technological advancements, ensuring compliance, and enhancing employee experience. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in HR or related field, along with 6 years of experience and strong knowledge of HR systems. This position offers an opportunity to work on strategic initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of work experience.
• Minimum of 3 years working in Middle Management or a similar role.
• 2 years experience in application development & programming or HRIS implementation.

Responsibilities

• Drive the digital transformation strategy and initiatives within HR.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy and labour laws.
• Foster digital literacy across the business for better talent decisions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate digital HR solutions.
• Implement AI-driven HR analytics and workforce insights.
• Oversee restructuring of HR processes to improve efficiencies.

Skills

Knowledge of Human Resources Information Systems

Project Management

AI Ethics and Governance

Business Process Optimisation and Reengineering

Data Privacy and Security Regulations

Digital Transformation Strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field or BSc in Computer Science or Technology

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

SAP SuccessFactors

Workday

Oracle HCM

Microsoft Power Platform

Job description

Role purpose

The Digital Lead – Human Resources is responsible for leading and driving digital transformation initiatives within the Human Resources function, aligning technological advancements with HR strategies to enhance employee experience, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making. By integrating emerging digital solutions and ensuring compliance, the role liaises with multi-disciplinary stakeholders to implement and maintain an integrated digital HR environment aligned with business objectives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field or a BSc Degree in Computer Science or Technology
• Minimum 6 years of work experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working Middle Management or in a similar role

Advantageous:

• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Human Resources certification (or related D365 HR modules) HRIS platform certifications (SAP SuccessFactors / Workday / Oracle HCM); Microsoft Power Platform certification (Power Apps/Power Automate); Azure integration/data services certification (Logic Apps/Data Factory/Integration Services); Certification/training in AI/RPA/HR analytics/BI.
• 2 Years experience in application development & programming, or HRIS implementation
• 2 Years experience working in Mining & Quarrying

Role Responsibilities

1. Drive the digital transformation strategy and initiatives within HR to enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.
2. Ensure compliance with data privacy and labour laws in digital HR solutions.
3. Foster a culture of integration and digital literacy across the business for better talent decisions.
4. Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate digital HR solutions across the organisation.
5. Implement AI-driven HR analytics and workforce insights to support strategic decisionli>
6. Oversee the restructuring of HR processes to improve efficiencies and compliance Enhance employees' experience using technology through change initiatives and training.
7. Lead the deployment and configuration of HR technology solutions, data migrations and testing.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of Human Resources Information Systems
• Project Management
• AI Ethics and Governance
• Business Process Optimisation and Reengineering
• Data Privacy and Security Regulations
• Digital Transformation Strategies
• Human Resources Information Systems

Published Date: 29 January 2026

Closing Date: 12 February 2026