HR Business Partner - Talent Acquisition

DHL; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Midrand is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner for Talent Acquisition. This role involves strategic input on talent acquisition and culture-building, requiring over 6 years of HR experience and strong knowledge of ER/IR environments. Join a team that values innovation and continuous learning to make an impact in the workforce.

Qualifications

• 6+ years HR experience, with at least 3 years as a business partner.
• 3+ years in talent acquisition.
• Strong ER/IR knowledge in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end hiring journey from job profiles to onboarding.
• Drive performance management and retention strategies.
• Turn data into insights on engagement and performance.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Workforce planning

Performance management

Data-driven decision making

ER/IR knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s in HR or Industrial Psychology

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!