Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

Bluespec Holdings; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company is seeking an HR Business Partner to act as a strategic advisor to align people strategies with business goals. This position involves managing talent development, employee relations, and data-driven HR initiatives. The successful candidate will support the leadership team in optimizing performance and building a positive workplace culture. The role is based in Sandton and requires strategic thinking and strong relationship management skills.

Benefits

Medical aid

Provident fund

Petrol reimbursement

Pool vehicle

Qualifications

• Results-driven and strategic HR experience.
• Ability to align people strategy with business objectives.
• Experience in workforce planning and talent development.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership.
• Collaborate on recruitment strategies and performance management.
• Manage complex employee relations issues.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Talent management

Employee relations

Data analysis

Change management

Job description

Industry Sector:

Automotive

Location:

Various Entities around Gauteng | HR Head Office in Sandton

BUSINESS OVERVIEW AND BRIEF HISTORY

www.bluespec.co.za

KEY PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION

We are seeking a results‑driven and strategic HR Business Partner (HRBP) to be a trusted advisor to our business units. The successful candidate will align our people strategy with business objectives, driving initiatives that enhance organisational performance, build a positive culture, and ensure we attract and retain top talent. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking and hands‑on delivery, acting as a consultant, coach, and change agent within the business unit.

Role Overview:

An HR Business Partner (HRBP) is a strategic HR role that acts as a liaison between HR and business units, aligning people strategies with company goals. Key responsibilities include workforce planning, talent management, employee relations, and data analysis to support business objectives.

Attributes:

• Location: Dependent on portfolio allocation | Gauteng based
• Staff Size: Dependent on portfolio allocation | estimated at 300 employees
• Start Date: January 2026
• Working hours: Mon‑Fri. Work from the office (no hybrid), flexible working hours e.g., 7am – 4pm or 9am – 6pm as long as 9 hours per day is achieved. Fridays till 4pm.
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Salary Range: Medical aid | provident fund | petrol reimbursement | pool vehicle
• Reporting to: HR Director
• Reportees: None to one HR Administrator if it is required / depending on work demand

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Partnership: Serve as a primary point of contact and strategic advisor to senior leadership and line managers on all people‑related matters, translating business needs into actionable HR strategies and initiatives.
• Talent Management & Development: Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team on recruitment strategies, oversee performance management cycles (including performance calibration and succession planning), and identify training needs and development programmes for employees and leaders.
• Employee Relations & Engagement: Manage complex employee relations issues, provide guidance on HR policies and labour law compliance, and work to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Organisational Effectiveness & Change Management: Advise and help design effective organisational structures, and lead or support change management initiatives to optimise efficiency and employee acceptance.
• Data‑Driven Insights: Analyse HR metrics and data (e.g., turnover rates, engagement scores, compensation data) to provide insights, inform decisions, and measure the impact of HR initiatives.
• Compensation & Benefits: Research and propose competitive compensation and benefits programmes to ensure the organisation attracts and retains top talent.
• Organisational Design: Help update organisation structure to support business goals.