Human Resources Manager

Executive Placements; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading human resources consultancy in Gauteng is seeking an experienced HR Manager to drive compliance and optimize HR processes. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of HR experience, including managerial roles, strong knowledge of SA labor legislation, and excellent communication skills. This permanent, office-based position offers a company laptop and 17 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Company laptop provided

17 days of annual leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years HR experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Professional HR certification (SABPP or similar) is advantageous.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the recruitment and workforce planning process.
• Oversee onboarding and employee engagement initiatives.
• Manage performance review cycles and support managers.

Skills

Strong knowledge of SA labour legislation

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Performance management

Talent acquisition

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

HR Manager

Location : Rosebank, Johannesburg

Type : Permanent, Full-Time, Office-based

Working Hours : Monday Friday | 08 :

• : 00

Salary : Market Related

Leave : 17 days per annum (5 compulsory during December office closure) negotiable up to 22 days

Device : Company laptop provided

A leading team of commercial real estate professionals known for delivering exceptional, innovative property solutions. With a strong, collaborative culture, the organisation attracts top talent and builds lasting relationships with clients. Is seeking a meticulous, detail-oriented HR Manager to lead the HR function, drive compliance, optimise HR processes, manage best-practice administrative systems, and develop a strong, people-centred culture across the organisation.

Minimum Requirements :

Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or related field (BCom HR / Equivalent).

5+ years HR experience, including 2+ years at a senior / managerial level.

Strong working knowledge of SA labour legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA, OHSA, POPIA).

Experience in performance management, talent acquisition, and HR operations.

Professional HR certification (SABPP or similar) advantageous.

PPRA / FICA / RMCP exposure beneficial.

Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organisational skills.

High attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive continuous improvement.

Duties include, but are not limited to :

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

Lead the full recruitment and workforce planning process.

Approve job descriptions, screening criteria, and shortlists.

Conduct interviews for key roles and support hiring decisions.

Develop and execute talent attraction and employer branding strategies.

Oversee reference checks, offer management, and negotiation processes.

Onboarding, Culture & Engagement

Oversee end-to-end onboarding and induction programmes.

Strengthen organisational culture and employee engagement initiatives.

Drive internal communication, recognition, and wellbeing programmes.

Manage exit processes and implement retention insights.

Performance Management & People Development

Lead probation and performance review cycles.

Support managers with conducting meaningful performance discussions.

Identify skills gaps and oversee training and development plans.

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