HR Business Partner - Talent Acquisition

DHL Germany; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Gauteng is looking for an experienced HR Business Partner – Talent Acquisition to drive hiring strategies and improve workplace culture. You will lead the entire hiring process while collaborating closely with management on performance management and retention strategies. The ideal candidate has over 6 years of HR experience, with a strong background in talent acquisition and business partnership. Apply now to shape the future of work with this innovative team.

Benefits

Innovative work environment

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive company culture

Qualifications

• 6+ years HR experience, with at least 3 years as a business partner.
• 3+ years in talent acquisition with strong ER/IR knowledge.
• Honours degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end hiring journey from job profiles to onboarding.
• Advise leaders on performance management and retention strategies.
• Analyze data to improve engagement and performance.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Workforce planning

Performance management

Data analysis

Employee relations

Education

Bachelor’s in HR, Industrial Psychology, or similar

Job description

HR Business Partner – Talent Acquisition

Reports to: Senior HR Director

Why You’ll Love This Role

Ready to shape the future of work? We’re looking for an HR pro who’s all about people, purpose, and performance. You’ll be the strategic partner driving talent acquisition, workforce planning, and culture-building. If you thrive on innovation, data-driven decisions, and creating wow moments for employees, this is your stage!

What You’ll Own

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead the end-to-end hiring journey – from killer job profiles to onboarding magic.
• Build future-ready pipelines so we’re never caught off guard.
• Partner with managers to craft smart sourcing strategies.
• Elevate our employer brand across LinkedIn and beyond.
• Keep hiring bias-free, inclusive, and data-driven.

HR Partnering & Culture

• Be the trusted advisor for leaders navigating growth and change.
• Drive performance management, career growth, and retention strategies.
• Collaborate with L&D to build leadership programs and talent pipelines.
• Champion DHL values and create a culture of recognition and accountability.

Compliance & Risk

• Stay sharp on labour laws and ethical standards.
• Partner with ER/IR on complex cases and CCMA prep.

HR Analytics

• Turn data into insights that move the needle on engagement, diversity, and performance.

What We’re Looking For

• 6+ years HR experience, with at least 3 years as a business partner.
• 3+ years in talent acquisition (you know your stuff!).
• Strong ER/IR knowledge in complex environments.
• Bachelor’s in HR, Industrial Psychology, or similar (Honours = bonus points).

Why Join Us?

• Because at DHL, we don’t just deliver parcels—we deliver careers, growth, and impact. You’ll work with a team that values innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning.

Ready to make your mark? Apply now and let’s build the future together!