HR Business Partner- Enabling Functions

Philip Morris International; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a top-tier HR Business Partner to shape their people strategy in a dynamic environment. This role offers the opportunity to drive performance management, enhance employee engagement, and manage labour relations. With a commitment to a smoke-free future, the company values collaboration and innovation, providing ample opportunities for career development. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about enhancing business performance, this role is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking organization where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Dynamic Work Environment

Relocation Assistance for South African Citizens

Collaborative Culture

Qualifications

• 10+ years of HR experience, including 4 years in management roles.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour laws and dispute resolution.

Responsibilities

• Drive performance management and talent development.
• Lead organizational change initiatives and improve employee engagement.
• Ensure legal compliance in labour relations.

Skills

HR Generalist Experience

Labour Relations

Performance Management

Change Management

Employee Engagement

Talent Development

Dispute Resolution

FMCG Knowledge

Education

HR or Business Degree

Job description

At PMI, we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re transforming our business and building our future on a clear purpose – to deliver a smoke-free future.

With significant change comes great opportunity. Wherever you join us, you’ll have the freedom to innovate and the space to advance your career in diverse directions.

Our transformation involves building a new business at pace. In P&C (People & Culture - our HR function), we play a vital role in defining and shaping a customer-focused culture, organizing functions effectively, and attracting top talent with new skills.

It’s an exciting, dynamic environment—ideal for HR experts who are driven, disruptive, and adaptable. If you’re comfortable with ambiguity and eager to build from the ground up, you’ll thrive here. There’s ample opportunity for career development as we shape a smoke-free future.

We’re seeking a top-tier HR Business Partner to craft our people strategy. Working with the Director P&C and the management team, you will plan, develop, deploy, and manage P&C initiatives that align with business strategy and foster a strong organizational culture. You will also take full ownership of labour relations across the organization.

The ideal candidate will have extensive HR Generalist experience in FMCG or pharmaceutical markets, solid knowledge of South African labour laws, and a passion for enhancing people and business performance.

Your day-to-day responsibilities include:

1. Talent & Performance Management: Drive performance management, talent development, and workforce planning.
2. Labour Relations & Dispute Management: Represent the company at CCMA hearings, advise on disciplinary matters, and ensure legal compliance.
3. Change Management & Employee Engagement: Lead organizational change initiatives and improve employee engagement.
4. Compensation & Benefits: Implement best practices in rewards to attract and retain talent.
5. Diversity & Inclusion: Support initiatives to promote an inclusive workplace.
6. Resourcing & Employer Branding: Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to align hiring strategies with business needs.

Qualifications for Success:

1. A relevant HR or Business degree.
2. 10+ years of HR Generalist experience, including at least 4 years in HR Management or Business Partner roles.
3. 5+ years of hands-on Labour Relations experience, including collective bargaining and dispute resolution.
4. Experience in FMCG or pharmaceuticals is advantageous.
5. Strong knowledge of South African labour laws.
6. Ability to work independently and make strategic decisions.
7. Excellent influencing, facilitation, and presentation skills.
8. This position is based in Cape Town; relocation assistance is available for South African citizens within South Africa.

What We Offer:

1. The chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
2. A culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth.
3. Opportunities for career development within a global organization.
4. The opportunity to make a significant impact in a strategic role.

If you’re ready to make a real difference in a company that values people and performance, apply today!

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