HR Business Partner (Hybrid)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Generous annual leave

Career progression

Hybrid work model

Access to HR technologies

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to drive people strategy in a hybrid environment. You will partner with business leaders to shape talent management, employee relations, and organizational development across key units, balancing in-office collaboration with remote flexibility for efficiency.

The role demands strong SA labour law knowledge, business acumen, and the ability to translate business needs into practical HR solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in HR Business Partner or strategic HR role.
• Experience in talent management, employee relations and performance management.
• Solid knowledge of South African labour law and HR best practices.
• Strong business acumen and influencing skills; ability to translate business needs into HR solutions.
• Experience in hybrid work environments; proficiency with HRIS and analytics.
• Professional HR qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key HR advisor to business unit leaders and provide strategic guidance.
• Develop and implement HR strategies to support business goals.
• Manage recruitment and selection for critical roles.
• Oversee performance management cycles and talent development.
• Address employee relations issues and ensure policy compliance.
• Advise on compensation and benefits strategies.
• Drive employee engagement and foster a positive culture.
• Ensure compliance with labour legislation.
• Analyze HR data to support decision-making.
• Facilitate change management and organizational restructuring.

Skills

Talent management

Employee relations

Performance management

Communication

Adaptability

Analytical capabilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading financial services firm, is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join their team in Sandton, Gauteng, ZA. This hybrid role requires a strategic thinker who can partner effectively with business leaders to drive HR initiatives that support organizational objectives. You will be instrumental in managing talent, employee relations, and organizational development within your assigned business units. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated HR professional to contribute to a dynamic environment, leveraging both in-office presence for collaboration and remote flexibility for efficiency. The role demands a strong understanding of business needs and the ability to translate them into effective HR solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a key HR advisor to business unit leaders, providing strategic guidance on people-related matters.
• Partner in the development and implementation of HR strategies to support business goals.
• Manage recruitment and selection processes for critical roles within the business units.
• Oversee performance management cycles and support talent development initiatives.
• Address employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and procedures.
• Advise on compensation and benefits strategies.
• Drive employee engagement and foster a positive organizational culture.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labour legislation.
• Analyze HR data and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Facilitate change management processes and support organizational restructuring.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar strategic HR role.
• Proven experience in talent management, employee relations, and performance management.
• Solid knowledge of South African labour law and HR best practices.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to understand financial drivers.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment, demonstrating adaptability.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and strong analytical capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional HR qualification is an advantage.

Benefits

• An attractive annual salary of ZAR.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Generous annual leave and performance-related bonuses.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A flexible hybrid work model offering a balance between office and remote work.
• Access to leading HR technologies and resources.
• The chance to work with a high-performing team in a reputable organization.