Divisional HR Manager

G-Core Capital; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in South Africa is seeking an experienced HR/IR Manager to lead and manage human resources functions. This role focuses on aligning HR strategies with divisional goals and fostering employee engagement. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR experience and a strong grasp of labor laws and industrial relations. Responsibilities include managing the HR team, compliance with labor laws, and maintaining constructive relations with unions. This position promises a dynamic environment and the opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive HR/IR experience.
• At least 3 years in a managerial role.
• In-depth knowledge of labour legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all HR functions.
• Ensure alignment of HR strategies with divisional goals.
• Maintain industrial relations climate.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

People management

Dispute resolution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field

Postgraduate degree

Job description

Overview

Job Title: HR/IR Manager

Role Overview:
The Divisional HR Manager is responsible for leading and managing all human resources functions within the division. This role ensures alignment of HR strategies with divisional goals, drives employee engagement, and supports leadership in building a high-performance culture. A critical part of the role is maintaining a constructive Industrial Relations (IR) climate, ensuring harmonious employee–management relations, compliance with labor laws, and proactive engagement with unions and employee representatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and adapt HR strategies that reflect and support the business’s chosen direction, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives as defined by leadership.
• Manage the output and performance of the HR team.
• Managing and maintaining the Company’s treatment of employees is consistent with its core business values and objectives.
• Establish and maintain monthly HR activity feedback sessions with the Operations Director and Managing Director.
• Prepare and represent the company at CCMA, MEIBC, Union meetings and Bargaining council proceedings, including conciliation, arbitration and negotiations.
• Manage grievance procedures, resolve conflicts, and oversee the practical implementation of disciplinary processes to comply with the LRA and CCMA regulations.
• Keep abreast of changes and development in all labour relations aspects and identify areas of continuous improvements.
• Developing and implementing HR strategies for recruitment process, onboarding,and retention of employees.
• Advise management of job grading and performance management issues for all 3 entities.
• Managing remuneration and benefits including benchmarking and job grading.
• Managing and overseeing payroll processes for the 3 companies/branches weekly, biweekly and monthly.
• Assist management to identify individual with potential to fill key positions (Succession planning).
• Working with management to ensure legal compliance to i.e. LRA, EEA,BCEA, Department of Labour and other legislative requirements.
• Ensure wage increases are implemented timeously or as per the MEIBC Main agreement.
• Developing and putting systems in place to administer and maintain employee records.
• Developing HR Strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy (Including effective influencing and sound understanding of people’s needs and company values).
• Maintain and protect HR operations by keeping information confidential.
• Any other functions or project work your manager may require you to perform or assist with from time to time.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Industrial Psychology, Industrial relations or related field (Postgraduate an advantage)
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive HR/IR experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role
• In-depth Knowledge of labour legislation, MEIBC collective agreement and DRC proceedings.
• Strong background in collective bargaining, union engagement, and dispute resolution.
• Knowledge of HR Best practices, Change management and organizational development.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and build relationships across all levels.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.