Hr Manager Ssa

Evonik Industries Ag; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic HR Generalist to enhance HR processes and policies across the SSA region. This role involves optimizing HR functions, managing recruitment and onboarding, and ensuring compliance with local legislation. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in HR, with experience in multinational environments and proficiency in HR ERP systems like Workday. Join a global organization that values diversity and innovation, and take your career to the next level in a flexible and supportive work environment.

Benefits

Occupational Health Benefits

Flexible Working Environments

High-Quality Development Programs

Performance-Based Remuneration

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR Generalist experience in SSA.
• Experience with HR ERP systems; Workday knowledge is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Optimizing HR processes and policies in the SSA Region.
• Managing workforce planning, staffing, recruiting, and onboarding.
• Handling employment contracts and ensuring compliance with local legislation.

Skills

HR Generalist Experience

Payroll Administration

Communication Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of BBBEE

Fluency in English

Education

University Degree in HR or Related Field

Tools

Workday

Job description

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Job Responsibilities

• Optimizing the HR organization and HR processes & procedures in the SSA Region.
• Implementing HR policies & processes aligned with corporate guidelines and regional specifications.
• Reviewing, updating, and implementing policies and procedures for the region.
• Developing local policies and procedures for the SSA entity in alignment with local management.
• Managing and coordinating HR functions and activities in the SSA region in alignment with regional MDs.
• Interacting with local MDs and MEA HR to develop local HR strategies supporting business strategies.
• Handling workforce planning, staffing, recruiting, and onboarding for all staff in Evonik Africa.
• Implementing performance management and talent development initiatives, including skills development plans.
• Assisting MEA HR during job grading and salary band alignment across SSA.
• Providing annual salary and bonus calculation proposals to the Head of HR MEA.
• Handling employment contracts, offer letters, job descriptions, and ensuring compliance with local legislation.
• Coordinating medical aid issues, pension fund issues, and serving on pension fund committees for SSA.
• Managing personnel and disciplinary topics within SSA in alignment with local MDs.
• Supporting Evonik Africa and Evonik Peroxide plant employees operationally.
• Ensuring timely updates of personnel files, master database, and Workday elements; maintaining employee documentation.
• Managing HR administrative elements for Evonik Africa office and Peroxide plant, including union liaison.
• Filing employee documentation and handling employment equity submissions for Evonik Africa & EPA.
• Managing B-BBEE HR elements for Evonik Africa.
• Handling tax-related processes including EMPs, IRP5s, and monthly SARS payments.
• Assisting employees with salary queries and liaising with finance as needed.

Preferred but Not Mandatory Responsibilities

• Managing internal payroll, including external payroll steering for EA, EPA, Ghana & Kenya.
• Performing quarterly salary reconciliation, provisions, and managing leave registers.

Minimum Requirements

• University degree, preferably in HR or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of HR Generalist experience in SSA.
• Experience in multinational / corporate environments.
• Knowledge of BBBEE, employment equity, workman's compensation, unions, and insurances.
• Experience with HR ERP systems; Workday knowledge is preferred.
• At least 3 years of payroll administration experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Excel.
• Flexibility to travel between Durban and Midrand.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of Zulu, Afrikaans, or other local languages is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently, providing guidance on policies and motivating employees.

Application Process

Apply online via our careers portal. Include your earliest start date and salary expectations. Address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager.

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