Global HR Manager

Talent Shore; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An influential group recruitment agency based in South Africa is looking for a skilled HR professional to manage group-wide recruitment and coordinate a flagship leadership program. This role offers a chance to influence recruitment practices across multiple entities and provides opportunities for professional growth within a diverse, purpose-driven organization. A salary range of R40,000 to R55,000 is offered, with remote working flexibility.

Benefits

Remote working

Professional growth in a dynamic organization

Exposure to diverse teams across multiple countries

Qualifications

• Experience in HR, People & Culture, or Talent Acquisition roles.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment for approximately 20/25 full-time staff per year.
• Lead the design and delivery of the Global Leadership Programme.
• Work closely with group leadership and entity directors.

Skills

HR operations

Talent acquisition

Onboarding coordination

Project management

Communication

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Working remotely from South Africa - with a chance to travel

UK working hours: 9 am to 5:30 pm in the UK normal standard time (UK summer 8:30 am to 6 pm Mon - Thurs. 8:30 am to 12:30 on Fri - May - Aug)

1. Group‑Wide Recruitment & Onboarding – Recruitment Coordination Across the Group

• Coordinate recruitment for approximately 20/25 full‑time staff per year across all Group entities
• Support hiring managers with:
  • Role scoping and job description development
  • Recruitment planning and timelines
  • Interview and selection processes
• Promote consistency, equity and best practice in recruitment across diverse teams and geographies
• Onboarding & Induction:
  • Design and manage a Group‑wide onboarding framework for new staff
  • Ensure all new hires are inducted into:
    • Group values, culture and ways of working
    • Safeguarding, policies and compliance requirements
    • Entity‑ and role‑specific systems and processes
• People Systems & Process Improvement:
  • Contribute to the development and improvement of people‑related systems, templates and processes across the Group
  • Support leaders in building effective teams through strong people practices
  • Maintain accurate recruitment and onboarding records in line with compliance requirements

2. Global Leadership Programme – Programme Leadership & Development

• Lead the design, delivery and continuous improvement of the Global Leadership Programme (30–40 participants annually)
• Ensure the programme aligns with Group strategy, values and operational priorities
• Act as programme owner and key internal point of accountability – Recruitment & Selection
  • Design and manage recruitment campaigns for the Global Leadership Programme
  • Lead fair, inclusive and values‑based selection processes
  • Coordinate interviews and selection decisions with Foundation and country teams
• Onboarding, Logistics & Duty of Care
  • Deliver a structured onboarding programme for all GLP participants
  • Coordinate all pre‑departure and mobilisation logistics, including:
    • Flights and travel arrangements
    • Insurance and compliance requirements
    • Pre‑departure information, briefings and documentation
  • Ensure appropriate duty of care, safeguarding and risk management processes are in place
• Leadership Development & Participant Support
  • Design and coordinate leadership seminars, workshops and reflective learning activities
  • Engage internal and external facilitators, mentors and speakers
  • Provide ongoing support to participants throughout their placements in collaboration with host teams

3. Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

• Work closely with:
  • Group leadership and entity directors
  • Regional Programme and Partnership Directors
  • Country Managers and Operations teams
• Act as a central coordination point for people‑related activity across entities
• Build strong working relationships across cultures, countries and organisational structures

Requirements

Person Profile / Essential Experience

• Experience in HR, People & Culture, Talent Acquisition or Recruitment roles
• Proven experience managing end‑to‑end recruitment processes
• Experience designing or coordinating onboarding and induction programmes
• Experience supporting learning, leadership development or training initiatives
• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desirable Experience

• Experience working in International Development, NGOs or mission‑driven organisations
• Experience managing graduate, internship or leadership development programmes
• Experience working across multiple entities or group structures
• Experience coordinating international placements or travel
• Familiarity with safeguarding, duty of care and risk management in international contexts

Personal Attributes

• Strong alignment with the Group’s mission and values
• People‑centred, approachable and supportive working style
• Confident working with senior stakeholders and line managers
• Highly organised, adaptable and comfortable with complexity
• Culturally aware and inclusive in approach
• Motivated by building strong teams and developing future leaders

Benefits

What This Role Offers

• A Group‑level role with influence across multiple entities
• Ownership of a flagship leadership programme with real impact
• The opportunity to shape consistent, values‑led recruitment and onboarding practices
• Exposure to diverse teams and programmes across 9 countries
• Professional growth in a dynamic, purpose‑driven organisation
• Remote working
• Salary range: R40 000 - R55 000