HR Manager

HandPicked Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa seeks an experienced HR Manager with strong knowledge of SA labour legislation. Responsibilities include talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, and ensuring compliance with HR policies. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience and a relevant degree. This role is critical for driving employee engagement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years HR experience, including 2+ years at a senior/managerial level.
• Professional HR certification (SABPP or similar).
• Experience in performance management and talent acquisition.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full recruitment and workforce planning process.
• Strengthen organisational culture and employee engagement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with labour legislation and internal HR policies.
• Oversee HR information systems and HR data accuracy.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership on people strategy.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of SA labour legislation

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

High attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelors Degree in Human Resources

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or related field (BCom HR / Equivalent).
• 5+ years HR experience, including 2+ years at a senior / managerial level.
• Strong working knowledge of SA labour legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA, OHSA, POPIA).
• Experience in performance management, talent acquisition, and HR operations.
• Professional HR certification (SABPP or similar)
• PPRA / FICA / RMCP exposure
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive continuous improvement.

1. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead the full recruitment and workforce planning process.
• Approve job descriptions, screening criteria, and shortlists.
• Conduct interviews for key roles and support hiring decisions.
• Develop and execute talent attraction and employer branding strategies.
• Oversee reference checks, offer management, and negotiation processes.

2. Onboarding, Culture & Engagement

• Oversee end-to-end onboarding and induction programmes.
• Strengthen organisational culture and employee engagement initiatives.
• Drive internal communication, recognition, and wellbeing programmes.
• Manage exit processes and implement retention insights.

3. Performance Management & People Development

• Lead probation and performance review cycles.
• Support managers with conducting meaningful performance discussions.
• Identify skills gaps and oversee training and development plans.
• Implement talent pathways, succession planning, and growth initiatives.

4. Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with labour legislation and internal HR policies.
• Manage HR, PPRA, CPD, and employment records and registers.
• Lead disciplinary, grievance, incapacity, and performance processes.
• Represent the company at CCMA (conciliation & arbitration).
• Conduct investigations and maintain comprehensive case records.
• Oversee RMCP and FICA HR-related compliance requirements.
• Conduct internal audits and manage external audit readiness.

5. HR Operations & Reporting

• Oversee HR information systems, HR data accuracy, and reporting.
• Manage leave administration, payroll-related inputs, and employee files.
• Develop, update, and enforce HR policies, procedures, and employment contracts.
• Prepare HR dashboards, analytics, and board-level reports.

6. Leadership, Advisory & Stakeholder Support

• Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership on people strategy.
• Strengthen leadership capability through coaching and support.
• Ensure effective HR service delivery and resolution of employee queries.
• Liaise with external partners (legal, compliance, payroll, training providers, etc.).

Key Outcomes & Success Measures

• Improved retention and reduced turnover.
• Efficient recruitment turnaround and high-quality hires.
• Strong compliance and audit readiness.
• Enhanced performance culture and productivity.
• High employee engagement and culture alignment.
• Strengthened leadership capability.
• Accurate, professional, and efficient HR operations.

Please note : Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted