Head of HR

Page Executive; Gauteng; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational pharmaceutical company in South Africa is looking for an experienced Head of HR. This role involves developing HR strategies, managing recruitment, and ensuring compliance with local employment laws. The successful candidate will have over 15 years of HR experience, with significant time spent in leadership roles within multinational organizations. This position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience, with majority in a Head of HR/HR Director position.
• Experience in multinational organisations, preferably in pharmaceuticals.
• Proven expertise in HR compliance and employment law.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the organization's objectives.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and employee retention initiatives.
• Collaborate with leadership to drive organisational change.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

HR policies expertise

Strategic HR initiatives

Adaptability

Education

Graduate/Post graduate degree in Human Resources

Job description

Key Highlights

• Exciting opportunity to join a leading multinational pharmaceutical company.
• Opportunity to head up the HR function for South Africa.

About Our Client

My client is an established and reputable multinational organisation operating within the pharmaceutical industry. With a significant presence globally, as well as South Africa, they focus on delivering high-quality products to their customers.

Job Description

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the organisation's objectives.
• Be part of the Exco (Executive Committee) and be responsible for managing internal as well as external stakeholders.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and employee retention initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with local employment laws and regulations including B‑BBEE.
• Lead the performance management and employee appraisal processes.
• Should have good understanding of rewards framework and market benchmarking.
• Design and deliver training and development programmes for employees.
• Review legal and employment related compliance.
• Statutory compliance and audits to be conducted to assess compliance levels in the region.
• Manage employee relations and foster a positive workplace culture.
• Collaborate with leadership to drive organisational change and growth.
• Analyse HR metrics and provide insights for decision‑making.

The Successful Applicant

A successful HR Head should have:

• Graduate/Post graduate degree in Human Resources.
• 15+ years of experience of which majority of those years have been in a Head of HR/HR Director position.
• Experience working for a multinational organisation within a matrix working environment.
• Previous experience in a Pharmaceutical/Pharmaceutical Manufacturing organisation.
• Proven expertise in HR policies, employment law, and compliance.
• Experience in developing and implementing strategic HR initiatives.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• The ability to adapt to a fast‑paced and ever‑changing environment.

What's on Offer

• A challenging and rewarding leadership position in the pharmaceutical industry.
• An opportunity to influence and shape the HR function within the organisation.
• Supportive and professional work environment.
• Opportunities for career development and growth.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as the Head of HR, we encourage you to apply now and make a significant impact in the organisation.