Human Resources Business Partner

Huawei Africa Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Johannesburg is seeking an HR Business Partner to support recruitment and talent acquisition functions. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a proactive mindset, with a preference for recent graduates or those with some experience. The role requires fluency in Mandarin for effective stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will also implement team-building activities and manage commission schemes, contributing significantly to broader HR initiatives.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a related field.
• Mandarin fluency is required.
• Strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Plan and implement team-building activities.
• Assist in the design of commission and incentive schemes.
• Build relationships with business leaders for workforce planning.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

SUMMARY

Human Resources Business Partner

POSITION INFO

We’re exploring talent for an HR Business Partner (HRBP) role and welcome recent graduates or candidates with a few years’ experience. HR background is not mandatory — we value learning agility and strong communication skills. Chinese (Mandarin) fluency is required due to the nature of the role and stakeholder engagement.

DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION

We are seeking a dynamic and proactive HR Business Partner to join our team. This role will play a critical part in supporting business units with end‑to‑end recruitment, designing and executing team‑building activities, and managing commission scheme communication and design in collaboration with leadership. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands‑on, with strong stakeholder engagement skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Partner with hiring managers to define recruitment needs and timelines.
• Source and engage talent through various platforms.
• Screen CVs, coordinate and schedule interviews, and facilitate feedback collection.
• Design offer packages aligned with internal benchmarks and budget constraints.
• Lead the offer approval process and communicate with selected candidates.
• Support pre‑onboarding processes and ensure a smooth candidate experience.

2. Team Building & Culture Initiatives

• Plan and implement regular team‑building activities (e.g., monthly, quarterly, and annual events) to enhance employee engagement and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Collaborate with business leaders and teams to tailor activities to team dynamics and business goals.
• Coordinate logistics, budgets, and post‑event feedback for continuous improvement.

3. Commission Scheme Support

• Assist in the design and revision of commission and incentive schemes in alignment with business objectives.
• Serve as a communication bridge between HR, finance, and sales departments to ensure clear understanding of commission policies.
• Provide clarification to employees regarding their commission structure, performance metrics, and payout timelines.

4. HRBP Partnering

• Build trusted relationships with business leaders to support workforce planning and employee development.
• Provide insights on market trends, internal mobility, and talent challenges.
• Contribute to broader HR initiatives including performance management, onboarding, and retention strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

• 1‑3 years in a related field.
• Proven high leadership skills and self‑motli>
• Ability to independently solve general problems propose valuable, feasible advice within project finance or related areas.