Hr Consultant (Maternity Cover)

Scrums; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic, people-first team as a People Operations Consultant in a leading African software development company. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage HR operations during a maternity leave, ensuring smooth processes and a strategic approach to people management. You'll be at the forefront of enhancing workplace culture, optimizing policies, and supporting employee relations in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to innovation and growth, this company celebrates individuality and empowers decision-making, making it an exciting place to advance your HR career while contributing to Africa's tech landscape.

Benefits

Discovery Medical Aid

Half-Day Birthday Leave

Family Responsibility Benefits

Annual Foos-Fest

AI-Powered Hackathons

Year-End Celebrations

Weekly All-Hands

Fluid Clubs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior HR or People Operations role.
• Strong knowledge of payroll and compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage HR operations from onboarding to offboarding.
• Handle employee relations and disciplinary issues.
• Oversee payroll and contractor payments.

Skills

HR Operations Management

Employee Relations

Payroll Management

Policy Development

Performance Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources

Certifications in HR Management

Job description

Our Story: At (formerly SovTech), we believe the future of software lies in the talent, innovation, and creativity found on the African continent.

For over a decade, we have been pioneering world-class software development for a global audience.

We are the leading custom software development company from Africa that, like any great tech company, was founded in a has now grown to more than of the best AI-powered software engineering experts, building world-class platforms for growing businesses across four cities on three continents. Looking ahead, we remain committed to growing Africa's tech ecosystems.

Africa is home to the world's youngest population, with over 50% of Africans under the age of 25.

Recent estimates indicate there are over , professional software developers across Africa today.

That number is projected to double by .

We believe in the future of African tech talent and the impact it will have on scaling global companies. Accelerating business growth with expert tech talent. Trusted by + companies, helps businesses scale with our cloud-based engineering subscription platform, offering consistent, cost-effective AI-powered experts, teams, and reliable developer analytics.

Our Culture

Our culture is underpinned by 8 core values. Earth's leading software company from Africa - that's where we're going.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a dynamic, people-first team that's showcasing and advancing Africa's tech landscape on the global scale.

At , we celebrate your individuality, empower your decision-making, and create meaningful experiences.

Together, we're driving innovation and building exceptional teams.

Highlights

• At , we champion an empowered workplace where you shape the culture, influence decisions on tech stacks, and take charge of user testing—all while working from wherever you thrive best across our interconnected Guilds.
• Our distributed teams span South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Zimbabwe, and other parts of the continent, showcasing the diversity and brilliance of African talent.

Events & Activities

• Annual Foos-Fest: Showcase your skills at our legendary Foosball Festival and take home quirky, sought-after awards.
• AI-Powered Hackathons: Collaborate with your team to create innovative, market-ready products in just 24 hours—all while enjoying live music and family-friendly fun.
• Year-End Celebrations: Reflect and connect at our unforgettable year-end events, a decade-old tradition we continue to cherish.
• Popcorn Fridays, Dev Chats, and Braais: Bond with colleagues over insightful discussions and sizzling good vibes.
• Fluid Clubs: Join like-minded peers in activities like hiking, running, and more to foster shared interests beyond work.
• Weekly All-Hands: Stay inspired and in the loop with our weekly All-Hands sessions that bring us together as one team.
• Explore Week: Our annual tradition encourages you to work from anywhere around the globe for one exciting week—freedom meets Rewards & Recognition.

Rewards & Recognition

• Stacos (our company currency): Reward and recognise your peers with Stacos and exchange them for vouchers to celebrate accomplishments big and small.
• Mission Incentives: Unlock attractive rewards for successful business development leads and employee referrals.
• Continued Career Growth & Support: Internal AI Platforms empower our teams with access to both closed and open source LLMs that make work easier and empower your professional growth.

Our Love for AI

High-Performance Culture: Stay aligned and on track with OKRs and structured annual reviews.

Personalized Mentorship: Receive dedicated guidance from leadership and the Talent Success Team through one-on-one sessions and quarterly check-ins tailored to your career aspirations.

Our teams are powered by AI—Transforming How We Work

We embrace cutting-edge AI platforms, agents, and tools, creating smarter workflows and accelerating career development with AI. We use OpenAI, Anthropic, Llama—all accessible without your own licenses, as we cover the costs and provide internal AI platforms in a secure environment.

Outstanding Employee Benefits

• Discovery Medical Aid: Prioritizing your health with the best care.
• Half-Day Birthday Leave: Celebrate your special day with an afternoon off!
• Family Responsibility & Parental Benefits: Providing full support for a meaningful work-life balance.

Benefits may vary depending on employment type. Join us and be part of a dynamic, supportive team making waves across Africa.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive People Operations Consultant to cover a maternity leave within our People Ops team (6-month contract).

This is a unique opportunity to keep things running smoothly and bring a strategic perspective into our operations.

We're looking for someone who can handle all core HR and people functions and identify improvements that make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities

• HR Operations Oversight: Take full ownership of HR operations, ensuring smooth, compliant processes from onboarding to offboarding.
• Employee Relations & Disciplinary Handling: Manage and resolve employee issues sensitively and professionally.
• Policy Review & Optimization: Audit, update, and implement policies to support a modern, growing workplace.
• Performance & Review Cycle Management: Oversee the annual performance review process, providing tools and guidance.
• Payroll & Contractor Payments: Manage payroll and contractor payments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Strategic Input & Knowledge Sharing: Provide insights and share expertise to improve HR systems and processes.

Ideal Experience & Skills

• Proven experience in a senior HR or People Operations role, especially in fast-paced environments.
• Strong knowledge of payroll and contractor management.
• Understanding of employment law and compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
• Experience managing performance cycles and policy reviews.
• Passion for people and continuous improvement.

What Success Looks Like

HR operations and payroll run smoothly, policies are up-to-date, managers feel supported, and the performance review process is effectively launched. Contractors and employees are paid accurately and on time, with clear records. Recommendations for long-term improvements are provided.