Remote HR Business Partner

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible working hours

Paid time off

Remote work stipend

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a highly skilled Remote HR Business Partner to support its distributed workforce. You will align HR strategies with business goals, manage employee relations, and lead remote talent initiatives across departments and locations.

The role emphasizes collaboration through digital channels, with a focus on culture, compliance, and a seamless employee experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• 7+ years of progressive HR Business Partner experience in tech or dynamic environments.
• Experience supporting remote or distributed teams and remote HR initiatives.
• Strong understanding of HR principles and multi-jurisdictional compliance.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills for virtual environments.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and HR analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic partner to leaders on org design, talent management, and workforce planning.
• Develop HR initiatives aligned with business goals and values.
• Manage employee relations, investigations, and performance matters.
• Collaborate with talent acquisition to attract and retain top talent.
• Drive engagement and retention in a remote work culture.
• Oversee compensation and benefits programs ensuring market competitiveness.
• Facilitate leadership development and coaching.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws across jurisdictions.
• Use HR analytics to measure program effectiveness.

Skills

HR strategy

Remote work

Labor law multi-jurisdictional

HRIS proficiency

HR analytics

Stakeholder management

Talent management

Employee relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business

Master's degree

Tools

HRIS

HR analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a leading technology firm seeking a highly skilled and adaptable Remote HR Business Partner to support its distributed workforce. This role is a fully remote, remote-first position, emphasizing collaboration and communication through digital channels. The HR Business Partner will act as a strategic advisor to leadership and a trusted resource for employees across various departments and geographical locations. You will be instrumental in aligning HR strategies with business objectives, fostering a strong organizational culture, and ensuring a seamless employee experience. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in supporting diverse business units, implementing innovative HR solutions, and navigating the complexities of a remote work environment. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the HR function within a forward-thinking company.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner to business leaders, providing expert HR guidance and support on organizational design, talent management, and workforce planning.
• Develop and implement HR initiatives that align with business goals and support the company's mission and values.
• Manage employee relations issues, including investigations, conflict resolution, and performance management, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
• Collaborate with talent acquisition to attract, recruit, and retain top talent for various roles.
• Drive employee engagement and retention strategies, fostering a positive and inclusive remote work culture.
• Oversee and advise on compensation and benefits programs, ensuring market competitiveness and compliance.
• Facilitate leadership development programs and coaching to enhance management capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and regulations across different jurisdictions where employees are based.
• Utilize HR analytics to inform decision-making and measure the effectiveness of HR programs.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience as an HR Business Partner, preferably in a tech-focused or similarly dynamic industry.
• Demonstrated experience in managing remote or distributed teams and implementing remote HR strategies.
• Strong understanding of HR principles, employment law, and best practices, with a particular focus on compliance in a multi-jurisdictional context.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust virtually.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and HR analytics tools.
• Proven ability to think strategically and translate business needs into actionable HR solutions.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to manage priorities effectively in a remote setting.
• Experience supporting engineering or product teams is highly desirable.

Benefits

• This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employees enjoy flexible working hours and a generous allocation of paid time off.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development, including access to online learning platforms and industry conferences, are provided.
• The company also offers a remote work stipend for home office setup and professional development.
• Join a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being.