Human Resources Business Partner

RecruitMyMom; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 800,000; Part time

Job summary

Family Office in Johannesburg seeks an independent, highly structured Human Resources Business Partner to join the People Management team on a 6-12 month contract. You will manage a detailed operational transition and provide continuity in daily HR administration and initiatives to ensure compliance and alignment with business objectives.

Based at the Melrose Arch/Illovo Sandton head office, the role requires engaging with senior executives while executing daily workflows and supporting HR

Qualifications

• The candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Commerce or closely related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive HR or people management experience in a sophisticated environment.
• Solid knowledge of labour laws, tax regulations, and statutory compliance frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple operational priorities.

Responsibilities

• Programme Implementation and Compliance: support execution, monitoring, and compliance of HR policies across multiple international units.
• HR Systems Project Support: maintain employee databases and support HR systems project implementation during the contract term.
• Analytics and Reporting: prepare detailed reports, dashboards, and key people metrics for leadership review and decisions.
• Performance Management Oversight: coordinate and monitor performance management across entities for consistency.
• Employee Communication and Support: provide advisory support on HR queries and policy interpretations to managers and staff.
• Executive Support: assist the Head of People with recruitment processes, assessments, contracts, and employee relations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Commerce

Honours or Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel (Intermediate)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A reputable and established Family Office is seeking an independent, highly structured Human Resources Business Partner to join their dedicated People Management team on a 6-12 month contract basis. This pivotal role is focused on managing a detailed operational transition and seamless handover following the departure of the current incumbent.

The successful candidate will provide essential continuity, supporting the daily administration and execution of existing human resources initiatives to ensure competitiveness, compliance, and alignment with business objectives.

Operating from the head office in Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, this hands-on position requires a professional who can easily navigate interactions with senior executives while remaining deeply involved in the essential execution of daily administrative workflows.

The role offers an exceptional opportunity to coordinate human resources programmes across diverse operational structures and multiple regional business units.

Position is based in Illovo Sandton.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme Implementation and Compliance: Support the execution, monitoring, and compliance assurance of established human resources policies, frameworks, and programmes across multiple international business units.
• HR Systems Project Support: Maintain employee information databases and support the initial phase of an incoming HR Systems project implementation during the contract term.
• Analytics and Reporting: Prepare detailed reports, data dashboards, and key people metrics to support leadership review, trend analysis, and executive decision-making.
• Performance Management Oversight: Coordinate and monitor performance management practices across designated corporate entities, ensuring consistent application and alignment.
• Employee Communication and Support: Deliver high-quality advisory support and guidance to managers and team members regarding human resources queries and policy interpretations.
• Executive Support: Provide comprehensive operational and administrative support directly to the Head of People, assisting with recruitment processes, selection assessments, contract management, and employee relations.

Requirements

Essential Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Commerce, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years (or more) of progressive professional experience operating within a sophisticated human resources or people management environment.
• Solid operational knowledge of labour laws, tax regulations, and statutory compliance frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with the proven ability to manage multiple operational priorities simultaneously.

Desirable Requirements

• An Honours or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Required Software Skills Microsoft Excel (Intermediate) Microsoft Office Suite