HR Manager | HR Business Partner

Elev8; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 720 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic consulting firm in Cape Town seeks an experienced HR Manager / HR Business Partner. This role is pivotal in building HR functions, enhancing compliance, and fostering a positive culture. The ideal candidate should possess at least 10 years of experience, with a focus on IT consulting. This opportunity allows for significant influence over HR strategies, promoting a high-performance environment and modern HR practices. The role also offers competitive compensation and a chance to shape the HR landscape of the organization.

Qualifications

• 10 years HR experience with at least 5 years as an HRBP or HR Manager.
• Experience in IT digital consulting agency, fintech or professional services.
• Strong working knowledge of South African labour legislation.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage end-to-end HR administration.
• Build robust HR processes and compliance policies.
• Serve as primary HR partner to employees and managers.

Skills

HR operations knowledge

Conflict mediation

Performance management

Data analysis

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR or Industrial Psychology

Tools

MS Office

Sage HR

Job description

HR Manager HR Business Partner Cape Town

HR Manager HR Business Partner Cape Town

R600 000 - R720 000 per annum. Negotiable based on qualifications and experience.

Start Date : Jan-Feb 2026

Our client is a well-established and fast-scaling Digital and IT Consulting business delivering modern innovative technology solutions. As the company continues its exciting growth trajectory they are seeking a forward-thinking hands-on HR Manager / HR Business Partner to build and embed a high-performance people foundation across the business.

This is a rare opportunity to design and uplift HR frameworks, refine governance and partner closely with leadership to create a future-ready people-centric organisation in the digital consulting space.

If you enjoy building structure within entrepreneurial environments and you thrive in tech-driven creative and dynamic teams - this role will inspire you!

Key Duties & Responsibilities

HR Operations Governance & Compliance (Build and Optimise)

• Establish streamline and manage end-to-end HR administration including contracts, employee records, HR repositories and document governance.
• Build robust HR processes and SOPs that balance agility with compliance.
• Draft, update and implement HR policies aligned with SA labour legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA, OHSA, UIA, POPIA).
• Conduct internal audits to ensure Department of Labour inspection readiness and embed strong HR governance.
• Provide trusted guidance on disciplinary matters, grievances, policy interpretation and labour law updates.

Employee Relations & Culture

• Serve as the primary HR partner to employees and managers across the company.
• Mediate conflicts and foster a positive inclusive high-performance culture.
• Drive organisational culture initiatives, staff climate surveys and engagement programmes aligned to the company's rhythm and values.
• Support leadership in building a cohesive, empowered and connected team environment.

Talent Lifecycle Management

• Oversee world-class onboarding and offboarding experiences that reflect a modern digital consultancy.
• Guide performance review cycles, KPI alignment and development conversations.
• Drive training and capability-building initiatives supporting consultants, sales teams, technical staff and leadership.
• Use talent insights to inform retention, growth and succession strategies.

HR Systems People Data & Insights (Enable a Data-Driven HR Function)

• Manage and enhance HR systems platforms and leave processes to support operational excellence.
• Build people dashboards and insights (turnover, engagement, performance trends) that inform decision-making.
• Strengthen internal communication partnering with Marketing to enhance employer brand and culture visibility.

Qualifications Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in HR, Industrial Psychology or related field.
• 10 years HR experience with at least 5 years as an HRBP or HR Manager.
• Experience in IT digital consulting agency, fintech or professional services is highly advantageous.
• Strong working knowledge of South African labour legislation and proven experience advising managers at all levels.
• Comfortable setting up HR systems, governance frameworks and people processes from a scaling mindset.
• Proficiency in MS Office a must; Sage HR and MacOS exposure are advantageous.
• Valid driver's licence and own vehicle required.

Behavioural Strengths

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business needs into people solutions.
• Hands‑on, adaptable and proactive thriving in environments with evolving structure.
• Strong relationship builder with credibility across technical and consulting teams.
• Analytical and detail‑oriented with the ability to use data to influence decisions.
• Empathetic and professional balancing people needs with organisational goals.

Why This Role Is Exciting

• You will build and shape the HR foundation for a growing digital consulting business.
• You'll partner with smart, highly skilled technology and consulting professionals.
• You'll influence culture, structure, leadership practices and employee experience at scale.
• You'll be part of a forward‑thinking business that values innovation.

To apply for this role please forward a detailed copy of your CV to Nicole Spamers and Andrea Jones.

Closing Date : 5 December 2025