HR Generalist - Talent Management Specialist

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Stock options or performance-based bon

Flexible working hours

Remote-friendly policy

Annual leave

Team-building events

Conference attendance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an HR Generalist with a Talent Management focus in Randburg, Gauteng. The role supports attracting, developing, and retaining top talent while driving performance systems and employee programs.

The successful candidate will design talent acquisition strategies, coordinate development initiatives, and ensure HR processes comply with South African labor law. A startup mindset and data-driven approach are valued in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of progressive HR experience with emphasis on talent acquisition and management.
• Proven experience in recruitment, performance management, and employee development.
• Good understanding of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in HRIS software (Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) and MS Office Suite.
• Experience working in a tech or startup environment in Gauteng is highly desirable.
• Strong aptitude for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing candidates to onboarding new hires.
• Develop and implement innovative talent acquisition strategies to attract diverse and high-quality candidates.
• Design and administer performance management processes, including goal setting, regular feedback, and annual reviews.
• Identify employee development needs and coordinate training programs and career pathing initiatives.
• Support succession planning processes and identify high-potential employees.
• Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with labor laws in Randburg.
• Administer employee benefits programs and respond to employee inquiries.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of employee engagement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate employee records using HRIS systems.

Skills

Recruitment

Performance management

Employee development

Labor law knowledge

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Psychology, Business Administration

Tools

Workday

SAP SuccessFactors

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fast-growing tech startup based in Randburg, Gauteng, is looking for a versatile and proactive HR Generalist with a specialization in Talent Management. This role is crucial for supporting our expanding team and ensuring we attract, develop, and retain top talent. You will be instrumental in designing and implementing talent acquisition strategies, performance management systems, and employee development programs. As a key member of the HR team, you will contribute to building a strong organizational culture and ensuring HR processes are efficient and effective for our employees in Gauteng, ZA. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated HR professional to make a tangible impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing candidates to onboarding new hires.
• Develop and implement innovative talent acquisition strategies to attract diverse and high-quality candidates.
• Design and administer performance management processes, including goal setting, regular feedback, and annual reviews.
• Identify employee development needs and coordinate training programs and career pathing initiatives.
• Support succession planning processes and identify high-potential employees.
• Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with labor laws in Randburg.
• Administer employee benefits programs and respond to employee inquiries.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of employee engagement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate employee records using HRIS systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of progressive HR experience, with a strong emphasis on talent acquisition and management.
• Proven experience in recruitment, performance management, and employee development.
• Good understanding of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in HRIS software (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) and MS Office Suite.
• Experience working in a tech or startup environment in Gauteng is highly desirable.
• Strong aptitude for data analysis and reporting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• A vibrant and collaborative startup culture in Randburg.
• Stock options or performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible working hours and a remote-friendly policy.
• Generous annual leave and public holiday allowances.
• Team-building events and social gatherings.