Remote HR Business Partner

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Professional development

Leadership growth

Strategic influence

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and experienced Remote HR Business Partner to join a forward-thinking organisation. Operating entirely remotely, you will advise business units on talent management, employee relations, and organisational development, aligning HR strategies with business goals and fostering a high-performance culture.

You will partner with leaders to drive workforce planning, succession, and change management, using HR analytics to inform decisions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in HRM, MBA, or related field.
• Extensive HRBP experience, including remote or distributed teams.
• Deep knowledge of HR principles, labour law and org development.
• Excellent consulting, influencing and stakeholder management.
• Proficient in HRIS and virtual collaboration tools.
• Strong analytical and autonomous problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Act as strategic HR partner to assigned business leaders on talent and org effectiveness.
• Develop and implement HR initiatives, including workforce and succession planning.
• Manage complex employee relations and coach leaders on HR matters.
• Collaborate on compensation and benefits strategies for competitiveness.
• Facilitate remote change management and foster positive culture.
• Utilize HR analytics to provide insights to stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic HR Partner

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in HRM/MB A or related field

Tools

HRIS

Virtual collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Remote HR Business Partner to join their forward-thinking organisation. Operating entirely remotely, you will serve as a key HR advisor to specific business units, aligning HR strategies with business objectives and fostering a high-performance culture. Your responsibilities will include talent management, employee relations, and organisational development, all executed through effective virtual communication and collaboration. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned HR professional to drive impact and shape strategy within a dynamic, remote-first company.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic HR partner to assigned business leaders, providing guidance on talent management and organisational effectiveness.
• Develop and implement HR initiatives that support business goals, including workforce planning and succession planning.
• Manage complex employee relations issues and provide coaching to leaders on HR matters.
• Collaborate on compensation and benefits strategies to ensure competitiveness and internal equity.
• Facilitate change management processes and promote a positive organisational culture remotely.
• Utilise HR analytics to provide insights and recommendations to business stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Significant experience as an HR Business Partner , with demonstrated success in a remote or distributed team environment.
• In-depth knowledge of HR principles, labour law, and organisational development strategies.
• Exceptional consulting, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS and advanced virtual collaboration tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to work autonomously.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and leadership growth.
• Strategic role with significant influence on business outcomes.
• A dynamic and innovative company culture that values remote collaboration.