HR Lead

MNA Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in South Africa is looking for an HR Lead to drive the HR strategy and operations. This high-impact role involves shaping HR initiatives, fostering a high-performance culture, and ensuring compliance with labour laws. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of HR experience, including a minimum of 5-7 years in senior leadership. The role requires strategic thinking and proven leadership skills, along with a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field. Apply now and take your career to the next level.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ HR experience, including 5-7 years in senior leadership.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour laws and organizational development.
• Experience in strategic HR management and change management.

Responsibilities

• Shape and implement HR strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead talent acquisition and performance management initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with South African labour laws and BBBEE.

Skills

HR best practices

Leadership

Strategic thinking

People management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

A leading pharmaceutical company has a vacancy for an HR Lead to lead the South African HR operations. This is a high-impact role responsible for driving HR strategy, compliance, talent management, and transformation initiatives across the business units.

Key Responsibilities

• Shape and implement HR strategy aligned with business goals
• Lead talent acquisition, performance management, and development initiatives
• Foster a positive, high-performance workplace culture
• Advise senior management on HR-related issues, trends, and best practices.
• Oversee recruitment, employee relations, and onboarding processes to attract top talent
• Lead workforce planning initiatives and succession planning.
• Ensure compliance with South African labour laws, BBBEE, and employment equity
• Manage HR budgets and personnel costs
• Represent the company in union negotiations and labour proceedings
• Drive strategic HR projects and corporate initiatives
• Foster a culture of engagement, development, and excellence
• Provide guidance on reward, recognition, and incentive programs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 10 years’ HR experience, with at least 5-7 years in senior leadership.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labour laws, and organizational development.
• Proven leadership, strategic thinking, and people management skills
• Proven experience in strategic HR management, change management, and people development
• Ability to lead change, drive results, and nurture talent
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, diverse environment

Candidates that meet the criteria may apply via this portal or via www.mnarecruitment.com

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