HR Business Partner

OLX; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online marketplace is looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join their Cape Town team. In this role, you'll act as a strategic ally, collaborating across HR and the business to set a people agenda aligned with organizational goals. Key responsibilities include leading recruitment, fostering local and global HR collaboration, and promoting culture and inclusion. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in HR and an HR-related qualification. This position operates on a hybrid work model, requiring 4 days in the office and 1 day remote.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in an HR Business Partner or similar role.
• Thorough understanding of compliance and legal requirements.
• Proven experience recruiting for technical and Sales environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for specialized roles.
• Collaborate with managers to develop acquisition and retention strategies.
• Build and maintain partnerships with local leadership.

Skills

Strategic & Analytical Thinking

Business Acumen

Employment Law

Collaboration

Education

HR-related qualification

Job description

WELCOME TO OLX

Software innovation is the driving force behind the success of Property24. We strive for outstanding user experiences on our websites, desktop, and mobile applications. We've created the leading property marketplaces in SA and Kenya, and are by no means finished. Join the tech‑savvy team where quality, scale and performance are the foundations of our success.

We're always growing our products, so if you're one of SA's talented Business Analysts, then you'd be a great addition to our team.

At OLX, we work together to build a more sustainable world through trade.

We make it safe, smart, and convenient to buy and sell cars, find housing, get jobs, buy and sell household goods, and more. Our colleagues around the world help to serve millions of people every month, through its well-loved consumer brands including OLX, Otodom, Property24, AutoTrader.

Join OLX and see how far you can go.

Property24 is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner (HRBP) to act as a strategic ally to our Cape Town teams. In this role, you will work collaboratively across HR and the business to set a people agenda aligned with organizational goals. You will serve as a trusted advisor to local leadership, leveraging your business acumen to coach, counsel, and influence the workforce planning needed to achieve results.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Talent Acquisition & Recruitment
• Lead the end‑to‑end recruitment lifecycle for specialized roles, with a strong focus on Software Development, Engineering, Business Analysis (BA), and Sales.
• Partner closely with the South African Recruitment Officer to build diverse talent pools and ensure a high‑quality candidate experience.
• Collaborate with managers to develop acquisition and retention strategies that attract top‑tier talent in the South African market.
• Support the onboarding of new employees, providing vital information on local labor market norms and culture.

• Local & Global HR Collaboration
• Work in close alignment with the Head of HR and Senior HRBP to implement the broader South African people strategy.
• Contribute to Global HR initiatives by providing local insights and feedback to ensure global programs meet Property24’s specific needs.
• Partner with the Global HR function to effectively translate and implement group‑wide programs and processes locally.
• Identify talent development needs and partner with the Talent Development team to create value‑added solutions.

• People Agenda & Business Partnership
• Build and maintain partnerships with local leadership to create a data‑driven People Agenda that fosters high employee engagement.
• Understand the business unit’s specific goals and challenges and align HR strategies accordingly.
• Advise leaders on growth strategies to ensure the retention and development of high‑potential employees.

• Culture, Diversity, and Inclusion
• Act as a steward of company values and promote a culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Ensure that talent management strategies are inclusive of the diverse cultural and economic backgrounds present in South Africa.
• Facilitate employee engagement action planning based on survey results to increase satisfaction and productivity.

• Employee Relations & Compliance
• Partner with leaders to address and resolve complex employee relations issues, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure full compliance with South African labor legislation and regional variations.
• Drive and support B‑BBEE initiatives within the specific economic context of the business unit.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Strategic & Analytical Thinking: Ability to identify patterns in data and turn information into action.
• Business Acumen: Understanding of the core OLX and Property24 business models to develop a robust people agenda.
• Employment Law: Thorough understanding of compliance and legal requirements based on local labor laws.
• Collaboration: Able to foster and maintain formal and informal relationships across the SA local team and Global HR network.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Experience: At least 5 years of experience in an HR Business Partner or similar role.
• Education: A completed HR‑related qualification.
• Industry Focus: Proven experience recruiting for technical (Dev/Eng) and Sales environments is essential.
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid model requiring 4 days in the Cape Town office and 1 day remote.

If we're blown away by your CV, we'll call you in for an interview.

We'll give you a warm welcome, a quick test to challenge your mind and a chat to weigh up your skills and personality - simple, right? If you get the job, be prepared for a pretty great adventure!

We look forward to meeting you.

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