HR Manager SSA

Evonik Industries AG; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic HR professional to optimize HR processes and strategies in the SSA region. This role involves managing staffing, onboarding, and performance management initiatives while ensuring compliance with local legislation. You will collaborate with local management to develop HR strategies that align with business objectives. The company promotes a hybrid working environment, offering a chance to thrive and grow alongside a diverse team. If you are passionate about HR and looking to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Occupational Health Benefits

Flexible Working Environments

Performance-Based Remuneration

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR Generalist experience in SSA.
• Experience with HR ERP systems; Workday knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Optimize HR organization and processes in the SSA Region.
• Handle workforce planning, staffing, and onboarding.
• Manage HR administrative elements for Evonik Africa office.

Skills

HR Generalist Experience

Payroll Administration

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Knowledge of BBBEE

Fluency in English

Education

University Degree in HR or Related Field

Tools

Workday

Job description

Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us.

Click on the link below to learn what our employees have to say about Evonik:

https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/

Responsibilities

• Contribute to optimizing the HR organization and HR processes & procedures in the SSA Region.
• Implement HR policies & processes in alignment with corporate guidelines and regional specifications.
• Support reviewing, updating, and implementing policies and procedures for the region.
• Lead the development of local policies and procedures for the SSA entity, aligning with local management.
• Manage and coordinate HR functions and activities in the SSA region in alignment with regional MDs.
• Interact with local MDs and MEA HR to develop local HR strategies supporting business strategies.
• Handle workforce planning, staffing, recruiting, and onboarding for all staff in Evonik Africa.
• Implement performance management and talent development initiatives, including skills development plans.
• Assist MEA HR during job grading and salary band alignment across SSA.
• Provide annual salary and bonus calculation proposals to the Head of HR MEA.
• Handle employment contracts, offer letters, job descriptions, and ensure compliance with local legislation.
• Coordinate medical aid issues, pension fund issues, and serve on pension fund committees for SSA.
• Manage personnel and disciplinary topics within SSA, in alignment with local MDs.
• Support Evonik Africa and Evonik Peroxide plant employees operationally.
• Ensure timely updates of personnel files, master database, and Workday elements; maintain employee documentation.
• Manage HR administrative elements for Evonik Africa office and Peroxide plant, including union liaison.
• File employee documentation and handle employment equity submissions for Evonik Africa & EPA.
• Manage B-BBEE HR elements for Evonik Africa.
• Handle tax-related processes including EMP501s, IRP5s, and monthly SARS payments.
• Assist employees with salary queries and liaise with finance as needed.

Preferred but Not Mandatory Responsibilities

• Manage internal payroll, including external payroll steering for EA, EPA, Ghana & Kenya.
• Perform quarterly salary reconciliation, provisions, and manage leave registers.

Requirements

• University degree, preferably in HR or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of HR Generalist experience in SSA.
• Experience in multinational/corporate environments.
• Knowledge of BBBEE, employment equity, workman's compensation, unions, and insurances.
• Experience with HR ERP systems; Workday knowledge is preferred.
• At least 3 years of payroll administration experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Excel.
• Flexibility to travel between Durban and Midrand.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of Zulu, Afrikaans, or other local languages is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently, providing guidance on policies and motivating employees.

Your Application

Apply online via our careers portal at https://careers.evonik.com. Include your earliest start date and salary expectations. Address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager.

About Us

Join a global organization combining science, technology, and engineering to create innovative solutions. Evonik operates in over 100 countries with over 32,000 employees. We value diversity and your unique perspective. Learn more from our employees about Evonik.