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Virgin Active South Africa; Pretoria; Remote; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation package

Fully remote work

Shape global HR strategy

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and executive leave

Executive coaching and leadership dev.

Home office setup allowance

Networking and professional dev.

Culture and talent initiatives support

Strategic partnership with leadership

Job summary

Virgin Active South Africa is seeking a visionary Remote HR Director to lead our global HR strategy. This executive role requires strategic thinking, extensive experience in talent management, organizational development, and HR analytics, and the ability to drive initiatives across diverse jurisdictions.

You will partner with the executive team to design workforce planning, compensation programs, HR technology deployments, and a high‑performance culture.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. PhD is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in HR, with at least 5 years in a Director or VP-level role.
• Proven experience developing and executing global HR strategies.
• Expertise in core HR functions, including talent management, organizational development, compensation & benefits, and employee relations.
• Strong understanding of international labor laws and HR practices.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and partner with executive leadership.
• Experience with HR technology and data analytics.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive and lead effectively in a fully remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global HR strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead and manage all HR functions including talent management, OD, C&B, and ER.
• Provide strategic guidance and leadership to the HR team.
• Drive workforce planning and organizational design initiatives.
• Oversee competitive compensation and benefits programs.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws across jurisdictions.
• Champion organizational culture and employee engagement.
• Oversee HR technology implementation and optimization.
• Partner with the executive team on people-related strategies.
• Manage HR budgets and resource allocation.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Global HR strategy

HR analytics

Talent management

Organizational development

Employee relations

Executive communication

Remote leadership

Education

Master's degree

PhD a plus

Tools

Workday

SAP HR

HR analytics software

Job description

Remote HR Director - Strategic Leadership

Our client is seeking a visionary and accomplished Remote HR Director to lead their global human resources strategy. This executive-level, fully remote position requires a strategic thinker with extensive experience in developing and executing HR initiatives that drive business growth and foster a high-performance culture. You will be responsible for all aspects of human resources, including talent management, organizational development, compensation and benefits, employee relations, and HR technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global HR strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead and manage all HR functions, including talent acquisition, talent management, organizational development, compensation, benefits, and employee relations.
• Provide strategic guidance and leadership to the HR team.
• Drive initiatives related to organizational design, change management, and workforce planning.
• Develop and oversee competitive compensation and benefits programs.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and regulations across different jurisdictions.
• Champion a strong organizational culture and employee engagement initiatives.
• Oversee the implementation and optimization of HR technology solutions.
• Partner with the executive team to advise on people-related strategies and challenges.
• Manage HR budgets and ensure efficient resource allocation.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. PhD is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in Human Resources, with at least 5 years in a Director or VP-level role.
• Proven experience developing and executing global HR strategies.
• Expertise in all core HR functions, including talent management, OD, C&B, and ER.
• Strong understanding of international labor laws and HR practices.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and partner with executive leadership.
• Experience with HR technology and data analytics.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive and lead effectively in a fully remote environment.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including base salary, significant bonus, and equity.
• Fully remote work arrangement with complete flexibility.
• Opportunity to shape and lead global HR strategy.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and executive leave policies.
• Executive coaching and leadership development programs.
• Allowance for home office setup and expenses.
• Access to exclusive networking and professional development opportunities.
• Influence on company-wide culture and talent initiatives.
• Strategic partnership with a dynamic executive leadership team.