Human Resources Business Partner

Newzroom Afrika; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization in Gauteng seeks an experienced HR Business Partner to drive workforce planning and talent management initiatives. The successful candidate will partner with line managers to align HR solutions with business objectives, support performance management processes, and promote employee engagement. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in HR or a related field and have at least 8 years of HR experience, including advisory roles. Strong communication skills and a deep understanding of labor laws are essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 2–3 years in a business partner or advisory role.
• Solid knowledge of HR policies, labor law, and employee relations best practices.
• Experience in talent management and change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Partner with line managers to align HR solutions with business goals.
• Support workforce planning and recruitment to meet business needs.
• Facilitate performance management and succession planning processes.

Skills

Relationship building

Excellent organisational and administrative skills

Integrity and confidentiality

Verbal and written communication

Analytical thinking

Influencing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field

Job description

Applications are invited for the above-indicated vacancy within Newzroom Afrika. The successfulincumbent will report to the Executive : Human Resources.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with line managers to understand business goals and provide HR solutions that enable performance and growth.
• Support workforce planning, talent acquisition, and resource deployment to meet business needs.
• Facilitate performance management processes, providing guidance to managers on goalsetting, performance reviews, and feedback.
• Support talent reviews, succession planning, and career development initiatives.
• Assist in identifying skills gaps and coordinating development programs with learning and development. Provide advice and support on employee relations matters, ensuring fair and consistent practices in line with company policies and labor laws.
• Promote employee engagement by supporting initiatives that enhance workplace culture and retention.
• Act as a confidential advisor for employees and managers on HR-related issues.
• Manage all external disputes.
• Support organizational design initiatives, job profiling, and role evaluations.
• Assist in implementing change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and adoption.
• Monitor key HR metrics (turnover, absenteeism, engagement, etc.) and recommend interventions.
• Work with HR colleagues to roll out company-wide programs such as compensation reviews, wellness programs, and diversity & inclusion initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to labor legislation, health and safety requirements, and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate employee records and contribute to HR reporting.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, industrial psychology, business administration, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2–3 years in a business partner, HR generalist, or advisory role.
• Solid knowledge of HR policies, labor law, and employee relations best practices.
• Experience in talent management, organizational design, and change initiatives.
• Strong business acumen and ability to align people strategy with business priorities.

Competencies

• Relationship building
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• In-depth knowledge of labour laws and HR best practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to navigate complex people challenges with practical solutions
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to take the initiative.
• Influencing skills comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Analytical thinking
• The ability to prioritise work and to work well under pressure