HR Business Partner

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level bonus potential

Comprehensive healthcare

Retirement benefits

Wellness programs

Executive coaching

Hybrid working model

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic HR Business Partner to support key business units in Polokwane. You will act as a trusted advisor to management, aligning HR initiatives with business goals to drive organizational effectiveness and employee success.

You will lead talent management, organizational design, change management, and employee relations, fostering a high-performance culture within a dynamic, hybrid work environment that values collaboration and autonomy.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HR, organizational psychology, or related field.
• 8+ years HR experience with significant HRBP focus.
• Proven ability to influence senior leadership.
• Experience in change management and organizational development.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to translate strategic goals into HR solutions.
• Provide expert HR coaching on talent development, succession planning, and performance management.
• Lead organizational design initiatives and support change management processes.
• Manage complex employee relations issues and ensure labor law compliance.
• Drive talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain key personnel.
• Develop and implement HR programs to enhance engagement and productivity.

Skills

Strategic advisory

Talent management

Organizational design

Change management

Employee relations

Education

Master's in HR

Organizational Psychology

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and collaborative HR Business Partner to support key business units in Polokwane. This role serves as a strategic advisor to management, aligning HR initiatives with business objectives to drive organizational effectiveness and employee success. You will be instrumental in areas such as talent management, organizational design, change management, and employee relations, fostering a high-performance culture. This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity within a dynamic, hybrid work model that promotes both collaboration and autonomy.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to understand their strategic goals and translate them into HR solutions.
• Provide expert advice and coaching on all aspects of HR, including talent development, succession planning, and performance management.
• Lead organizational design initiatives and support change management processes.
• Manage complex employee relations issues and ensure compliance with labor laws.
• Drive talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain key personnel within supported business units.
• Develop and implement HR programs that enhance employee engagement and productivity.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in HR, with significant experience as an HR Business Partner.
• Proven ability to influence and advise senior leadership.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor relations, and talent management strategies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Demonstrated experience in change management and organizational development.

Benefits

• Executive-level annual salary and significant bonus potential.
• Comprehensive healthcare, retirement, and insurance benefits.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Generous leave policies and wellness programs.
• Access to executive coaching and continuous professional learning.