Human Capital Business Partner: SLS SC People and Culture (Lynnwood) (JG 11) (Rerun)

Sanlam Limited; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Human Capital Business Partner based in Lynnwood. This role involves aligning business objectives with employee management across multiple provinces, requiring extensive travel. Candidates should have a relevant degree, at least 5 years of consulting experience, and strong coaching skills. Focus on implementing Human Capital strategy and managing related projects. Competitive compensation offered, with opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Human Capital Consultant.
• Experience within the Financial Services industry.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Implement Human Capital strategy within the region.
• Manage Human Capital projects for the business.
• Provide guidance on strategic and Human Capital issues.

Skills

Coaching skills

Presentation skills

Strong sense of urgency

Influence and credibility

Self-motivated

Education

Relevant Human Capital degree/diploma

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

Human Capital Business Partner: SLS SC People and Culture (Lynnwood) (JG 11) (Rerun)

Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA

Who are we?

Sanlam is dedicated to support, grow and empower clients with affordable, easy and suitable solutions, primarily through face‑to‑face intermediary channels, but also directly. We have approximately 2,400 tied advisers and 2,000 supporting independent brokers, all dedicated to meet the financial needs of our clients. Our vision: We aspire to be the best at building enduring relationships by connecting clients with Sanlam. We create sustainable value by attracting new clients, supporting ongoing client engagement and providing adaptive solutions designed to answer life’s financial questions. ULTIMATELY, WE EMPOWER PEOPLE TO BE FINANCIALLY CONFIDENT, SECURE AND PROSPEROUS.

What will you do?

We’re looking to add great new talent to our Human Capital team. We have a position for a Human Capital Business Partner who will be based in our offices in Lynnwood. Although based in Lynnwood, you will be responsible for the businesses in Gauteng North, Limpopo, Mpumalanga and Northwest provinces. The willingness to travel extensively is therefore a pre‑requisite for this position.

As a partner, the HCBP aligns business objectives with management and employees in designated business units. This role is accountable for working directly with leaders to proactively address the people implications of the current and future needs of the business.

Output/Core Tasks (The Key Responsibilities will be):

• Implementing the Human Capital strategy within the region as well as different business units, with the focus on:
• Leadership Development
• Drive culture within the business with the support of culture and transformation initiatives
• Manage business related HC projects
• Provide business with Human Capital analytics and determine trends
• Advice and support the business with Labour Relations cases
• Partner with the business to implement the Talent Management process, including the identification and development of potential successors
• Contributing in building and vesting a culture of learning
• Partnering with line managers to identify needs and opportunities to support the achievement of business objectives on all aspects through the Employee Life‑cycle
• Provide guidance to line management on strategic and Human Capital related issues
• Responsible for the full recruiting cycle i.e. sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection and placement of successful candidates
• Provides proactive performance management guidance to line managers (including coaching, career development)

What will make you successful in this role?

Qualification & Experience

• A relevant Human Capital degree/diploma
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Human Capital Consultant
• Experience within the Financial Services industry, specifically experience of the Intermediary business
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle
• Willingness to travel

Knowledge and Skills

• Coaching skills
• Presentation skills
• Strong sense of urgency with a positive impact on delivery
• High level of influence and credibility
• Able to work independently, as well as within a team
• Self‑motivated and able to work under pressure to tight deadlines
• Experience in MS Office suite

Personal Qualities

• Cultivates innovation
• Customer focus
• Drives results
• Collaborates
• Being resilient
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Manages complexity
• Drives engagement
• Plans and aligns
• Communicates effectively

Personal Attributes

• Organisational savvy – Contributing through others
• Decision quality – Contributing through others
• Drives engagement – Contributing through others
• Business insight – Contributing through others

Build a successful career with us

We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Core Competencies

• Cultivates innovation – Contributing through others
• Customer focus – Contributing through others
• Drives results – Contributing through others
• Collaborates – Contributing through others
• Being resilient – Contributing through others

Turnaround Time

The closing date for applications is 28 November 2025.

The recruiter reserves the right to withdraw the advertisement prior to the closing date or to allow further applications to be submitted after the closing date indicated.

The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.

Our Commitment to Transformation

The Sanlam Group is committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment as we believe these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa.