Human Capital Manager Needed For Property Development Firm Midrand

Redline Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent HR consulting firm in South Africa seeks a Human Capital Manager to drive people strategies and ensure alignment with business objectives. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of HR leadership experience, a strong grasp of South African HR legislation, and expertise in talent acquisition and employee engagement. This strategic role offers an exciting opportunity to shape company culture and enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–8 years in a senior HR role with strategic exposure.
• In-depth knowledge of South African HR legislation and best practices.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the CEO to align HR initiatives with business objectives.
• Champion employee morale and motivation within teams.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment and development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and lead policy development.
• Monitor HR data to inform strategy and operational efficiency.
• Develop strategies for employment equity and skills development.
• Handle industrial relations with empathy and legal precision.
• Oversee office operations for effective business running.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Compliance and governance

Talent acquisition

Employee engagement

Organisational development

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or similar

Job description

Introduction

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for people and performance?

Our client, a leader in their sector, is on the hunt for a dynamic Human Capital Manager to drive their people agenda and ensure alignment between business growth and human potential. In this pivotal role, you'll shape culture, build capacity, and oversee the full HR value chain – from attracting top talent and managing performance to ensuring compliance, wellness, equity, and development.

This is a true strategic partner role, ideal for someone who thrives on variety, autonomy, and impact.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Strategic Business Partner: Collaborate directly with the CEO and management to align HR initiatives with business objectives. Be the internal advisor on all people matters – from organisational design to change management.
• Culture & Engagement Champion: Champion employee morale and motivation across teams. Design wellness, reward, and recognition strategies that foster a thriving workplace.
• Talent Acquisition & Development Guru: Lead full-cycle recruitment – identifying, attracting, and onboarding the right talent. Drive performance management and learning initiatives that develop high-potential employees.
• Compliance & Governance Leader: Keep the business compliant with labour laws (BCEA, LRA, OHS, EE, COIDA, POPIA, etc.). Lead policy development, implementation, and continuous updates across all HR functions.
• People Analytics & Operational Efficiency Driver: Monitor leave, benefits, claims, and compensation practices, ensuring fairness and sustainability. Use HR data to inform strategy and ensure effective delivery of HR services.
• Transformation and Skills Leader: Develop and drive the Employment Equity and Skills Development strategies. Work closely with the finance team to manage BBBEE compliance and audit readiness.
• Crisis Navigator: Handle industrial relations, strikes, disciplinary processes, retrenchments, and grievances with empathy and legal precision.
• Office Operations Oversight: Oversee facilities, admin, and travel management to ensure the office runs like a well-oiled machine.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• What We're Looking For: A proactive, confident, and adaptable HR leader.
• A minimum of 5–8 years in a senior HR role, preferably with generalist and strategic exposure.
• In-depth knowledge of South African HR legislation and best practice.
• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources (or similar).
• Solid experience in organisational development, EE/SD/BEE planning, and compliance.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
• High EQ, resilience, and sound judgment under pressure.