HR Director

RMG Recruitment Agency; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an HR Director for a regulated Forex company in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will lead HR functions across business units, ensure compliance with South African labor laws, and drive workforce planning initiatives. Benefits include a competitive salary and global exposure within the Forex sector.

Benefits

Competitive executive-level salary package

Global exposure

Long-term career development

Innovative work environment

Qualifications

• HR leadership experience, including at least 2 years at Director or Head of HR level.
• Deep understanding of South African employment law and HR best practices.
• Strong strategic planning, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the HR function across all business units in South Africa.
• Partner with senior management and global HR teams for aligned practices.
• Drive strategic workforce planning, recruitment, and retention initiatives.

Skills

HR leadership experience

Understanding of South African employment law

Strategic planning

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

Overview

HR Director – Regulated Forex Company | South Africa

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa (Office-Based)

Company Type: Leading, Regulated Global Forex Group

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Eligibility: Only candidates currently residing in South Africa will be considered

About the Company
Our client is a very large, internationally regulated Forex company, part of a global financial group with multiple offices worldwide. The company operates within a highly professional and compliant environment, offering innovative trading solutions, top-tier technology, and a people-focused culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the HR function across all business units in South Africa.
• Partner closely with senior management and global HR teams to align local HR practices with international standards.
• Drive strategic workforce planning, recruitment, and retention initiatives.
• Ensure full compliance with South African labor law and FSCA regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain company policies, compensation frameworks, and performance management systems.
• Champion employee engagement, well-being, and diversity initiatives.
• Manage HR operations, including payroll oversight, benefits, and training programs.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the leadership team on all people-related matters.

Qualifications

• HR leadership experience, including at least 2 years at Director or Head of HR level.
• Deep understanding of South African employment law and HR best practices.
• Strong strategic planning, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be based in South Africa with full working rights.

Benefits

• Competitive executive-level salary package.
• Global exposure within a top-tier regulated Forex group.
• Long-term career development and growth opportunities.
• Dynamic, innovative, and people-focused work environment.