People Development & Compliance Specialist

Omega HR Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly respected organization in the education and training sector seeks a People Development & Compliance Specialist to spearhead impactful HR initiatives. The successful candidate will engage employees, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement development strategies within a thriving, inclusive workplace. This full-time position in Sandton allows for dynamic engagement in people culture and strategic HR practices.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years’ progressive HR experience with a focus on compliance and reporting.
• Registered Skills Development Facilitator (SDF).
• In-depth knowledge of Employment Equity reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead employee onboarding, engagement, and offboarding.
• Oversee performance management process including appraisals.
• Ensure compliance with statutory HR reporting.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

People Engagement

Data Tracking

Strategic Thinking

Education

Postgraduate degree in HR Management or Industrial Psychology

Tools

MS Excel

Services SETA portal

Job description

People Development & Compliance Specialist

Senior HR Role

A highly respected organisation in the education and training sector is seeking a People Development & Compliance Specialist to drive high-impact HR initiatives aligned with employee experience, compliance, and strategic development.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned HR professional who thrives on shaping people culture, supporting employee wellness, and ensuring regulatory excellence. The role offers the chance to lead key programmes such as onboarding, performance management, EE reporting, skills development, and BBBEE compliance – all while nurturing a people-first culture.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead employee onboarding , engagement , and offboarding with a strong focus on inclusivity and well-being.

Oversee performance management processes , including probation tracking, appraisals, and development planning.

Ensure compliance with HR statutory reporting , including Employment Equity and Skills Development submissions.

Develop and implement Skills Development strategies, including WSP / ATR submissions and learnership / internship programmes (YES initiatives).

Coordinate and manage BBBEE HR elements , including Management Control and Skills Development contributions.

Support the employee wellness agenda by implementing well-being initiatives and promoting a safe and supportive environment.

Maintain the Training Hub , ensuring all training schedules, records, and qualifications are accurately tracked and compliant.

Collaborate closely with the broader HR team and management to align people strategies with business objectives.

The Ideal Candidate :

Holds a postgraduate degree in HR Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field (preferred).

Has 5–8 years’ progressive HR experience, with a strong focus on compliance, employee development, and reporting.

Is a registered Skills Development Facilitator (SDF) with hands-on experience using the Services SETA portal .

Brings in-depth knowledge of EE reporting , skills development compliance , and BBBEE HR elements .

Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to engage employees at all levels with empathy and authority.

Possesses solid HRIS skills and advanced proficiency in MS Excel for data tracking and reporting.

Has a proactive, strategic mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Info :

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Sandton .

Flexible work may be required at times, including occasional evenings or weekends, based on operational needs.

A dynamic, purpose-driven working environment awaits the right individual who values structure, compliance, and people engagement in equal measure.

At Omega, it is about fit, not figures!

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