Lead HR Generalist

Placements24; Cape Town; Vor Ort; ZAR 800.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Medical aid & pension

Generous leave

Zusammenfassung

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a proactive Lead HR Generalist to manage comprehensive HR operations in Cape Town, SA. You will lead recruitment, onboarding, payroll liaison, and offboarding while ensuring policy compliance and employee development.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong knowledge of SA labour law, and the ability to drive engagement across business units, staying based in Cape Town and on-site.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in HRM, Industrial Psychology, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years HR generalist experience.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour law.
• Experience in recruitment, performance management, and employee relations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in HRIS and MS Office.
• Based in Cape Town and available for full-time on-site work.

Aufgaben

• Oversee day-to-day HR operations in Cape Town.
• Recruitment, onboarding, payroll liaison, and offboarding.
• Develop and implement HR policies in line with SA labour law.
• Guide employees and managers on HR matters including performance management.
• Manage talent acquisition processes for Cape Town roles.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Conduct HR audits for legal and company standards compliance.
• Drive employee engagement and support HR projects.

Kenntnisse

HR Generalist

Recruitment

Employee Relations

Performance Mgmt

Policy Implementation

Payroll Liaison

Ausbildung

Bachelor's in HRM / Industrial Psychology

Tools

HRIS

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a proactive and experienced Lead HR Generalist to join their established operations in Cape Town, Western Cape. This is a critical on-site role requiring a dedicated professional to oversee a broad spectrum of HR functions, ensuring seamless service delivery to employees and management. The Lead HR Generalist will be a key point of contact for HR-related queries, compliance, and employee development within their assigned business units. They will play a vital role in implementing HR policies and procedures, fostering a productive workplace culture, and contributing to the overall success of the organization in the beautiful city of Cape Town. This position requires a strong presence within the office to ensure hands-on support and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll liaison, and offboarding.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in line with organizational goals and South African labour law.
• Provide guidance and support to employees and managers on HR-related matters, including performance management and employee relations.
• Oversee talent acquisition processes, ensuring timely and effective recruitment for all open positions in Cape Town.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and compliance.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Conduct HR audits to ensure compliance with legal requirements and company standards.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Support HR projects and initiatives as directed by senior HR leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of comprehensive HR generalist experience.
• Solid understanding of South African employment law and HR best practices.
• Proven experience in recruitment, performance management, and employee relations.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in HR information systems (HRIS) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Must be based in Cape Town and available for full-time on-site work.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund contributions.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development.
• Exposure to diverse HR challenges within a growing organization in Western Cape.
• A supportive team environment focused on employee well-being.
• Work in a key economic hub of South Africa.