Human Capital Business Partner

Sanlam Limited; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Human Capital Business Partner for their office in Bellville, Cape Town. The ideal candidate will align business objectives with management and employees, drive leadership development, and manage Human Capital projects. Requires a relevant degree and a minimum of 5 years of HR experience specifically in Financial Services. The position also entails travel and the flexibility to work both independently and as part of a team. Closing date for applications is 5th December 2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a HR Business Partner in Financial Services.
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle required.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Implement Human Capital strategy within business units.
• Partner with line managers on employee life-cycle needs.
• Provide performance management guidance to line managers.

Skills

Coaching skills

Presentation skills

Strong sense of urgency

High level of influence

Ability to work independently

Self-motivated

Experience in MS Office

Education

Relevant Human Capital degree/diploma

Job description

Human Capital Business Partner: SLS SC People and Culture (PG10/11) Bellville (Re-Run)

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, 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 at our Head Office in Bellville, Cape Town.

As a partner, the Human Capital Business Partner aligns business objectives with management and employees in designated business units. This role is accountable for working directly with leaders to proactively identify and 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 different business units, with the focus on:
  • Leadership Development
  • Drive culture within the business through the implementation of culture and transformation initiatives
  • Manage business related Human Capital projects
  • Provide business with Human Capital analytics and determine trends
  • Advise 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 to 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 Human Capital related issues
• Understanding the talent needs of the business and pro-actively working to address the needs of the business, in line with the transformation objectives of the business
• 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)

Qualification and Experience

• A relevant Human Capital degree/diploma
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a HR Business Partner within the Financial Services industry
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle
• Willingness to travel

Knowledge and Skills

To be successful you will need to demonstrate good experience in:

• 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 Attributes

Turnaround time

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.

The closing date for applications is the 5th of December 2025.

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, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Our commitment to transformation

The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.