HR Manager

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary and bonuses

Fully remote work arrangement

Executive health benefits and wellness

Generous paid time off and sabbatical

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and visionary HR Manager to lead our human resources function in a fully remote capacity. This senior role will develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies aligned with the company's mission and business objectives, overseeing recruitment, compensation, employee relations, performance management, and policy development.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, a Master’s degree in a related field, and proven success

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration or related field is required.
• 7+ years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• Experience leading HR in a remote-first environment is preferred.
• Strong strategic planning and execution capabilities.
• Knowledge of South African labor laws and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead and mentor the HR team to deliver high performance.
• Oversee recruitment and talent management lifecycle to attract/retain top talent.
• Design and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs.
• Ensure legal compliance and effective employee relations.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Talent management

Remote leadership

Employee relations

Communication

Labor law knowledge

Education

Master's degree in HR/Business Administration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and visionary HR Manager to lead their human resources function in a fully remote capacity. This senior role will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive HR strategies that align with the company's mission and business objectives. You will oversee all HR operations, including talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee relations, performance management, and HR policy development. The ideal candidate is a dynamic leader with a proven track record of building and managing high-performing HR teams in a remote-first environment. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of human resources for a forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the overall HR strategy, ensuring it supports business growth and employee development.
• Lead and mentor the HR team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Oversee the recruitment and talent management lifecycle to attract and retain top talent.
• Design and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs.
• Ensure legal compliance with all labor laws and regulations, managing employee relations effectively.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the organization.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (7+ years) in progressively responsible HR leadership roles.
• Proven experience managing all core HR functions, with a strong emphasis on strategic planning.
• Demonstrated success in leading and developing HR teams, preferably in a remote setting.
• Expertise in South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.

Benefits

• Attractive executive-level salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with significant autonomy.
• Comprehensive executive health benefits and wellness programs.
• Generous paid time off and sabbatical opportunities.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and influence.