HR Business Partner

Initiate International; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Cape Town is looking for a strategic HR Business Partner who thrives in high-energy environments. You will drive a people strategy that supports business growth, lead talent acquisition initiatives, and champion organizational culture. Candidates should have over 5 years of HR experience, proficiency in HRIS systems, and a strong understanding of South African labour law. Competitive rewards and exciting projects await you.

Benefits

Competitive rewards

Work alongside visionary leaders

Opportunity to make a real impact

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in HR, including 2 years as a Business Partner.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems to inform smarter decisions.
• Experience in iGaming, tech, or fintech industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive a people strategy that powers business growth.
• Lead talent acquisition and performance management programs.
• Champion culture and employee engagement.

Skills

Strong grasp of South African labour law

Proficient in HRIS systems

Confident communication skills

Agile and hands-on approach

Commercially savvy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

People analytics tools

Job description

HR Business Partner position available in Cape Town.

Our client is shaking up the iGaming and Sports Betting scene across Africa — and they need a people expert who can match their pace.

They’re looking for a strategic, forward-thinking HR Business Partner who thrives in high-energy environments and can help them build and nurture a winning team culture.

This isn’t your average HR role. It’s your chance to influence real business outcomes, shape the future of a fast-growing organization, and be at the heart of an industry where innovation never sleeps.

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with leadership to drive a people strategy that powers business growth and innovation.
• Lead talent acquisition and performance management programs that attract, develop, and retain top-tier talent.
• Champion culture and engagement, ensuring employees feel inspired, supported, and set up for success.
• Provide insights from HR data and analytics to guide decision-making and optimize workforce planning.
• Act as a trusted advisor on employee relations, compliance, and organizational design.
• Develop leaders of tomorrow through coaching, training, and succession planning initiatives.

What Sets You Apart:

• Proven track record as an HR Business Partner or similar role in iGaming, tech, fintech, or other high-growth industries.
• Strong grasp of South African labour law and modern HR practices.
• Commercially savvy with the ability to turn business strategy into impactful people initiatives.
• Confident communicator who can influence at every level and isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo.
• Agile, hands-on, and ready to drive change in a fast-moving, results-driven environment.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Industrial Psychology, or related field (postgraduate qualification a plus).
• 5+ years’ experience in HR, with at least 2 years as a Business Partner.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and people analytics tools to inform smarter decisions.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Be part of a trailblazing brand shaping the future of iGaming and Sports Betting in Africa.
• Work alongside visionary leaders who value innovation, collaboration, and career growth.
• Enjoy competitive rewards, exciting projects, and the chance to make a real impact from day one.