People Development & Compliance Specialist

Omega Human Capital; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Johannesburg seeks a dynamic People Development & Compliance Specialist to enhance organisational performance. This full-time role involves developing learning frameworks, managing onboarding processes, and fostering an inclusive workplace. The ideal candidate should have a postgraduate degree in HR and 5–8 years of related experience. Join this innovative team to drive compliance and employee engagement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of progressive HR experience focused on learning & development.
• Certified Skills Development Facilitator.
• Proven experience with WSP and ATR submissions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with heads to design competency frameworks.
• Drive structured onboarding processes and performance management.
• Coordinate learnerships and internships per BBBEE targets.

Skills

People Management technical expertise

Data analysis

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Skills in Excel

Communication skills

Education

Postgraduate degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Are you passionate about creating a high-performing, people-centred, and future-ready workplace? Omega Recruitments is searching for a dynamic People Development & Compliance Specialist to join a forward-thinking employer in Higher Education based in Sandton, Johannesburg.

This is a pivotal full-time management role that sits within a prestigious education and leadership environment, focused on developing people, driving compliance, and enhancing organisational performance.

Key Responsibilities :

Learning & Development

Partner with departmental heads to design competency frameworks.

Build tailored learning pathways and manage a vibrant internal Training Hub.

Oversee training delivery (online, blended, in-person), tracking impact and ROI.

Onboarding & Performance Enablement

Drive structured onboarding processes and probation management.

Support meaningful performance appraisals and career development discussions.

Employee Engagement & Wellness

Roll out wellness programmes focused on physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Foster a psychologically safe, inclusive, and engaging culture.

Serve as a confidential and trusted point of contact for employee concerns.

Statutory Compliance & Reporting

Manage submissions for WSP, ATR (Services SETA), and Employment Equity (EEA2 / EEA4).

Administer compliance-related HRIS data and track training spend.

Oversee BBBEE HR elements, including Skills Development and Management Control.

Youth Employment & Transformation

Coordinate learnerships, internships, and YES programmes in line with BBBEE scorecard targets.

Minimum Requirements :

Postgraduate degree in HR, Industrial Psychology, Organisational Development, or related field (preferred).

5–8 years of progressive HR experience focused on learning & development, compliance, and employee engagement.

Certified Skills Development Facilitator (SDF).

Proven experience with :

WSP and ATR submissions via the Services SETA.

EE reporting on the Department of Labour portal.

Competency-based training coordination.

Employment equity, BBBEE and HR statutory compliance.

Performance management, onboarding, and wellness programme implementation.

Skills & Attributes :

People Management technical expertise across learning, performance, compliance, and reporting.

Skilled in Excel, HRIS systems, data analysis, and budget management.

Exceptional interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills.

High emotional intelligence, cultural awareness, and a passion for people development.

Ability to juggle multiple HR initiatives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.