Hr Manager

Currency Partners; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 450 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Cape Town is seeking an HR Manager to oversee the full employee life cycle and manage HR initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of HR experience, with a strong understanding of South African labour laws. Responsibilities include talent acquisition, employee relations, and policy development. This role requires excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years HR generalist experience required.
• Experience in the Financial Services industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee talent acquisition, recruitment and onboarding.
• Manage performance reviews and employee relations.
• Develop HR policies and training programs.

Skills

Strong understanding of South African labour laws

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Conflict resolution skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management or related field

Tools

HR software and technology

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Managing Director, the HR Manager will be responsible for the full employee life cycle from attracting the best talent to creating an environment for optimal performance and impact and enhancing employee and leadership capabilities. We are looking for an exceptional HR Manager to join our team and lead the way in shaping our future workforce.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Talent Acquisition and Management
  • Recruitment and Selection: Designing and implementing recruitment strategies, working with recruitment companies, screening resumes and conducting interviews
  • Onboarding: Developing and overseeing the onboarding process for new hires to ensure a smooth transition into the company
  • Performance Management: Assist managers in establishing performance goals, conducting performance reviews, and providing ongoing feedback to employees
  • Compliance: Ensuring adherence to all applicable labour laws and compliance, including management of the company FAIS rep register, CPD status of each representative and ensuring all staff meet the basic qualification requirements
  • Employee Relations and Engagement
    • Conflict Resolution: Mediating and resolving employee disputes to maintain a harmonious work environment
    • Employee Engagement: Developing and implementing programs to keep employees motivated, satisfied, and productive
    • Inclusion: Promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels valued and respected
  • Policy Development and Implementation: Creating and maintaining HR policies and procedures
  • Training and Development: Designing and delivering training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge
  • Additional Responsibilities: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records, staying abreast of current HR laws, regulations and best practices, managing ad-hoc HR related projects, and managing currency partners

Displays gravitas & emotional maturity. Adaptability: Modifies approach in the face of new demands. Supports change initiatives, adjusting actions appropriately when presented with additional information. Rises to new challenges. Efficiency: Organized with excellent diary and time management skills. Makes timely decisions and accepts accountability for own actions, working well under pressure, committed to targets and deadlines, and able to multitask efficiently. Presentable: Neat, tidy, presentable and professional in appearance and manner. Communication: Excellent written and oral communication ability. Impeccable telephone etiquette.

Key Competencies

• Principles and Ethics: Adhering to good practice and ethical principles and values
• Good work ethic with a willingness to go the extra mile and work as a team player
• Must be motivated, energetic and committed to the role
• Meticulous: Impeccably accurate with a keen eye for detail
• Service delivery: Delivering results and exceeding customer expectations
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effortlessly with clients and the team
• Adaptability: Modifies approach in the face of new demands
• Supports change initiatives, adjusting actions appropriately when presented with additional information
• Rises to new challenges
• Efficiency: Organized with excellent diary and time management skills
• Acceptance of accountability for own actions, working well under pressure, committed to targets and deadlines, and able to multitask efficiently

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field (advantageous)
• Experience: 3-5 years HR generalist experience, Financial Services industry experience advantageous

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of South African labour laws (BCEA, EEA, SDA, etc.)
• Knowledge of HR best practices in recruitment, performance management, compensation & benefits, and employee relations
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
• Ability to build strong relationships with employees at all levels and stakeholders across the organization
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Proficiency in HR software and technology (e.g., applicant tracking systems)
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities