HR Business Partner - Strategic Operations

Placements24; Sandton; Hybride; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Executive-level compensation

Private medical aid

Retirement annuity

Hybrid work model

Generous annual leave

Executive coaching

Wellness program

Résumé du poste

Placements24, based in Sandton, Gauteng, seeks a highly strategic HR Business Partner to align HR strategies with business objectives and lead organizational development. The role partners with senior leadership to drive a high-performance culture, impact workforce planning, and guide talent management across key operational units.

The successful candidate will bring 8+ years of HRBP experience, strong consulting and stakeholder management skills, and deep knowledge of South African labor law.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HRM or related field.
• 8+ years as HRBP with business unit support.
• Deep knowledge of South African labor law and practical application.
• Strong consulting, influencing and stakeholder management skills.

Responsabilités

• Act as a strategic HR advisor to assigned business unit leaders, aligning HR initiatives with business goals.
• Lead talent management processes, including succession planning, workforce planning, and leadership development.
• Manage employee relations issues, investigations, and resolution processes with fairness and compliance.
• Drive organizational design and change management initiatives to support business transformations.
• Develop and implement HR programs that enhance employee engagement, performance, and retention.
• Utilize HR analytics to provide insights and recommendations for improving HR effectiveness.
• Collaborate with COE partners to deliver integrated HR solutions.
• Ensure adherence to labor laws and company HR policies.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in all people-related strategies.

Connaissances

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Change management

Talent management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Formation

Master's degree in Human Resources Management

Outils

HRIS

Excel

Presentation software

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly strategic and experienced HR Business Partner (HRBP) to support their key operational divisions in Sandton , Gauteng . This integral role involves partnering closely with senior leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives, drive organizational effectiveness, and foster a high-performance culture. The HRBP will provide expert guidance on talent management, employee relations, change management, and organizational development initiatives. You will leverage data analytics to inform HR decisions and proactively address business challenges. The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of business operations, exceptional consulting skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. This is an excellent opportunity to shape HR strategy for critical business units within a leading organization in Sandton .

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic HR advisor to assigned business unit leaders, aligning HR initiatives with business goals.
• Lead talent management processes, including succession planning, workforce planning, and leadership development.
• Manage employee relations issues, investigations, and resolution processes, ensuring fairness and compliance.
• Drive organizational design and change management initiatives to support business transformations.
• Develop and implement HR programs that enhance employee engagement, performance, and retention.
• Utilize HR analytics to provide insights and recommendations for improving HR effectiveness.
• Collaborate with COE partners (e.g., Compensation, Talent Acquisition) to deliver integrated HR solutions.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable labor laws and company HR policies.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in all people-related strategies.
• Facilitate HR project implementation and manage HR initiatives within the operational areas in Gauteng .

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience as an HR Business Partner, with a strong emphasis on supporting operational or business units.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic workforce planning, talent management, and change management.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor law and its practical application.
• Exceptional consulting, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation capabilities.
• Proficiency in HRIS, advanced Excel, and presentation software.
• Proven ability to operate effectively in a complex, matrixed organization.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Experience in financial services or professional services sectors, common in Sandton , is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Executive-level competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive private medical aid plan.
• Top-tier retirement annuity with employer contributions.
• Hybrid work model balancing office presence and remote flexibility.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Executive coaching and leadership development programs.
• Access to a high-end employee wellness program.