P&C Business Partner

Stanbic Bank Tanzania; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Bank Group seeks an experienced People & Culture Business Partner to provide end-to-end P&C support and drive business-focused people strategies. You will act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership, aligning people initiatives with business objectives.

You will collaborate with business leaders across portfolios to resolve complex challenges, measure impact, and enable organizational effectiveness in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Matric and a Diploma are required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Business Management, Organisational Development, or a related field.
• Postgraduate qualification in Human Resources, Organisational Psychology, Business Administration, or related discipline advantageous.
• Professional HR certification and/or membership with a recognised professional body (e.g. SABPP) advantageous.
• Training in Change Management, Employee Relations, Talent Management, Leadership Development, or People Analytics beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end People & Culture business partner support with specialist knowledge to resolve complex challenges.
• Advise business stakeholders with P&C guidance to support people experience and business objectives.
• Partner with senior leadership to deliver integrated P&C solutions aligned with business performance.

Skills

HR practices

Employment legislation

Organisational development

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Change management

Education

Matric

Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in HR/IR/Business Management

Postgraduate qualification in HR/Organisational Psychology

Professional HR certification

Job description

Job Description

To work independently and provide end-to-end People and Culture (P&C) value chain business partner support for relevant portfolio/s, applying specialist knowledge and judgement to resolve complex challenges. To provide business partnering advisory support to business stakeholders within the allocated portfolio/s of responsibility, giving P&C guidance in support of the overall people experience and business objectives in an ever-changing environment.

Qualifications

• Matric, Diploma
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Business Management, Organisational Development, or a related field.
• Postgraduate qualification in Human Resources, Organisational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related discipline will be advantageous.
• Professional HR certification and/or membership with a recognised professional body (e.g. SABPP or equivalent) will be advantageous.
• Relevant training or certification in areas such as Change Management, Employee Relations, Talent Management, Leadership Development, or People Analytics will be beneficial.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting Contract/Temporary opportunity to contribute to a people-focused organization where you will play a critical role in shaping business success through innovative and impactful People & Culture strategies.

We are seeking an experienced People & Culture Business Partner to partner with business leaders and drive people strategies that support business performance, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness. The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, delivering integrated People & Culture solutions aligned with business objectives.

• Minimum 5-10 years' experience in People & Culture / Human Resources Business Partnering.
• Proven knowledge and understanding of the role People & Culture plays in enabling business performance, commercial success, and social relevance.
• Demonstrated track record of successfully implementing integrated, effective, and sustainable People & Culture initiatives that support business-specific objectives and drive improved business performance.
• Strong experience in measuring and evaluating the impact of People & Culture interventions using best-practice metrics and analytics.
• Experience partnering with senior management teams within a complex, multinational environment.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders, manage change, and drive organizational effectiveness.

Knowledge & Skills

• Sound knowledge of Human Resources and People & Culture practices, employment legislation, and organisational development principles.
• Strong understanding of business strategy and the role of People & Culture in driving organisational performance.
• Experience in workforce planning, succession planning, talent management, employee engagement, and change management.
• Knowledge of HR metrics, people analytics, and best-practice measurement frameworks.
• Excellent stakeholder management, influencing, consulting, and communication skills.
• Ability to partner effectively with senior leaders and operate within a complex, fast-paced, and multinational environment.

Behavioural Competencies

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Embracing Change
• Establishing Rapport
• Exploring Possibilities
• Interpreting Data
• Inviting Feedback
• Managing Tasks
• Providing Insights
• Taking Action
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards
• Strategic business partnering
• Stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Organizational development and change management
• Talent management and workforce planning
• Employee relations and engagement
• Data-driven decision-making and people analytics
• Strong communication and consultation skills

Technical Competencies

• Decision Making
• Digital Advocacy
• Inclusive Facilitation
• Integrative Leadership
• Organisational Navigation
• Storytelling

Additional Information

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Standard Bank Group is committed to fair and inclusive employment practices. We aim to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities. We strive to create an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity to contribute and grow.