Remote HR Business Partner

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work within SA

Medical aid and retirement planning

Professional development budget

Opportunity to shape HR strategy

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Remote HR Business Partner to support our Rustenburg-based operations. This fully remote position allows you to work from anywhere in South Africa, acting as a key liaison between HR and business leaders to drive organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years HR experience, a Bachelor's in HR or related field, and strong knowledge of South African labour laws, with excellent analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of HR experience, with a significant portion as an HR Business Partner.
• Strong understanding of South African labour laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to translate strategic objectives into HR plans and actions.
• Provide guidance on talent management, organizational design, and change management initiatives.
• Develop and implement HR strategies focused on employee engagement, performance management, and retention.
• Advise on employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and ensure fair application of HR policies.
• Collaborate with talent acquisition to attract and onboard the right talent.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to provide insights and recommendations to leaders.

Skills

HR partnering

Consulting senior leaders

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a strategic and experienced Remote HR Business Partner to support their teams, with a focus on operations based in Rustenburg . This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from any location within South Africa , contributing to a modern, flexible work environment. You will act as a key liaison between the HR department and business leaders, driving HR initiatives that support organizational effectiveness and employee engagement. The ideal candidate will possess strong business acumen, excellent consulting skills, and a proactive approach to addressing HR challenges and opportunities within a diverse workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to understand their strategic objectives and translate them into HR plans and actions.
• Provide expert guidance and support on talent management, organizational design, and change management initiatives.
• Develop and implement HR strategies focused on employee engagement, performance management, and retention.
• Advise on employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and ensure fair and consistent application of HR policies.
• Collaborate with talent acquisition to ensure the right talent is attracted and onboarded effectively.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to provide insights and recommendations to business leaders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in HR, with a significant portion as an HR Business Partner.
• Proven track record of successfully partnering with senior management to drive HR initiatives.
• Strong understanding of South African labor laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary, reflecting the strategic nature of the role.
• Completely remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement planning benefits.
• Generous budget for professional development and continuous learning.
• Opportunity to shape HR strategy in a forward-thinking organization.