HR Business Partner - Organisational Development

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner focused on Organizational Development to drive strategic people initiatives from a remote setting. You will diagnose organizational challenges, design interventions, and champion high-performance cultures in collaboration with senior leaders across business units.

The role demands 7+ years in HR with a strong OD and change-management background, expertise in talent management, and the ability to lead remote stakeholder engagements while

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in Human Resources with a specialization in Organizational Development and Change Management.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in a fully remote environment.
• Strong knowledge of OD theories, models, and methodologies, including change management frameworks (e.g., ADKAR, Lewin).

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders and business units to identify organizational development needs and opportunities.
• Design, develop, and implement strategic initiatives related to organizational design, change management, talent management, and leadership development.
• Facilitate organizational change processes, ensuring effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and adoption.
• Conduct needs assessments and develop targeted interventions to improve team effectiveness, employee engagement, and overall performance.
• Develop and implement succession planning and leadership development programs.
• Utilize HR data and analytics to inform OD strategies and measure their impact.
• Provide coaching and guidance to leaders and managers on OD best practices and people-related challenges.
• Collaborate with the broader HR team to ensure seamless integration of OD initiatives with other HR functions.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in organizational development and change management.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of HR policies and procedures that support organizational effectiveness.

Skills

Organizational Development

Change Management

Talent Management

Leadership Development

Data Analytics

Coaching & Consulting

Stakeholder Management

HRIS

Education

Master’s degree in Organizational Development/HR/Industrial Psychology/Business Administration

Tools

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and results-oriented HR Business Partner with a focus on Organizational Development to join their esteemed team. This role will be primarily remote, supporting business units to drive change, enhance organizational effectiveness, and foster a high-performance culture. You will partner closely with leadership to diagnose organizational challenges, design and implement interventions, and champion people-centric initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of OD principles, change management, and talent management, coupled with excellent analytical and consultative skills. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced HR professional to make a significant impact in a growing organization, driving strategic people initiatives from a remote setting. You will play a key role in shaping the future of the organization through effective OD strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders and business units to identify organizational development needs and opportunities.
• Design, develop, and implement strategic initiatives related to organizational design, change management, talent management, and leadership development.
• Facilitate organizational change processes, ensuring effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and adoption.
• Conduct needs assessments and develop targeted interventions to improve team effectiveness, employee engagement, and overall performance.
• Develop and implement succession planning and leadership development programs.
• Utilize HR data and analytics to inform OD strategies and measure their impact.
• Provide coaching and guidance to leaders and managers on OD best practices and people-related challenges.
• Collaborate with the broader HR team to ensure seamless integration of OD initiatives with other HR functions.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in organizational development and change management.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of HR policies and procedures that support organizational effectiveness.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with a specialization in Organizational Development and Change Management.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in a fully remote environment.
• Strong knowledge of OD theories, models, and methodologies, including change management frameworks (e.g., ADKAR, Lewin).
• Proven ability to design and implement successful OD interventions and talent management programs.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and consulting skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS and OD-related tools and technologies.
• Understanding of South African labor laws and their impact on organizational change.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive executive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support remote employees. Enjoy the unparalleled flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote position. Our client is committed to professional growth and provides extensive opportunities for learning, development, and career advancement. You will be part of a forward-thinking and collaborative team, contributing to significant strategic initiatives within a dynamic and growing organization. We offer a supportive virtual work environment that fosters innovation and work-life balance, enabling you to achieve impactful results.