HR Manager

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR recruitment firm seeks an HR Manager in Cape Town to oversee all HR functions, from recruitment to employee relations and compliance. This strategic role requires a BCom in Human Resources and a passion for building strong teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment processes across departments.
• Foster a positive workplace aligned with company values.
• Maintain and update HR policies in line with laws.

Education

BCom Human Resources

Job description

HR Manager required in Killarney Gardens, Cape Town.

The HR Manager will lead and manage all aspects of human resources, including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, compliance, and workplace culture.

This is a strategic and hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and is passionate about building strong teams and fostering leadership.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Recruitment & Onboarding:

• Lead recruitment processes for all roles across departments.
• Implement and improve onboarding programs to set new hires up for success.
• Collaborate with department heads to forecast hiring needs.
• Verifying work permits, visas during recruitment and onboarding, ensuring legal compliance
• Drafting and issuing employee contracts, variations and related documentation.

Employee Relations & Culture:

• Foster a positive and productive workplace environment aligned with company values.
• Provide guidance to managers and staff on conflict resolution, communication, and conduct
• Promote initiatives that boost morale, engagement, and team cohesion.
• Mange and lead all disciplinary and grievance processes ensuring fairness, consistency and legal compliance

Performance and Training & Leadership Development:

• Design and support performance review processes and feedback systems.
• Partner with managers to develop and roll out training and development programs to enhance workforce capabilities
• Coach managers to grow as leaders
• Handle SETSA registrations and claims
• Cultivate an environment where additional training is available and encouraged

Policies, Compliance & Administration:

• Maintain and update HR policies and procedures in line with employment laws.
• Ensure compliance with legal and safety requirements.
• Oversee HR systems, employee records, and payroll coordination.
• Manage work permit and visa verifications and ensuring documentation is kept up to date

HR Strategy & Workforce Planning:

• Support the leadership team in aligning people strategy with business goals.
• Use HR metrics to guide decisions on retention, engagement, and workforce development.
• Lead diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts across the organization.

Requirements:

• BCom Human Resources required