Remote HR Business Partner (Senior)

Placements24; Randburg; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Career development opportunities

Remote-friendly culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to join a fully remote team in South Africa. The role partners with senior leadership to implement strategic HR solutions, aligning HR with business goals while ensuring compliance with SA labor law.

This remote-friendly position emphasizes analytics, talent management, and organizational effectiveness across distributed teams. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in HR, deep HR strategy experience, and strong communication to influence leaders

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HR, Industrial Psychology, or related field.
• 7+ years HR experience, with Senior HRBP exposure.
• Strong knowledge of SA labor law and HR practices.
• Proven ability to design strategic HR initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders to align HR with business goals.
• Advise on talent management, org design, change management.
• Lead complex employee relations with compliant resolution.
• Drive performance management and development.
• Collaborate with recruitment for talent pipelines.
• Utilize HR analytics to inform decisions.
• Promote communication in a distributed team.
• Support succession planning and leadership development.

Skills

HR strategy

Talent management

Employee relations

Change management

Communication

Business acumen

Remote collaboration

HR analytics

Education

Master's degree in HR/Industrial Psychology

Tools

HRIS

HR analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior HR Business Partner to join their dynamic, fully remote team. This pivotal role involves partnering closely with senior leadership and business units to develop and implement strategic HR solutions that drive organizational effectiveness and employee success. The ideal candidate will possess strong business acumen, extensive experience in HR strategy, talent management, and employee relations, along with a deep understanding of South African labor law. Operating in a remote-first environment, you will leverage technology to build strong relationships, provide expert advice, and champion HR initiatives across the organization. If you are a strategic HR professional looking for a challenging and rewarding remote opportunity, this role based conceptually near Randburg, Gauteng, ZA is an excellent fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner to business leaders, aligning HR strategies with business objectives.
• Provide expert consultation on talent management, organizational design, change management, and workforce planning.
• Lead and manage complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair and compliant resolution.
• Drive performance management processes, fostering a culture of feedback and development.
• Collaborate with talent acquisition to ensure effective recruitment strategies and talent pipeline development.
• Develop and implement HR initiatives that enhance employee engagement, retention, and overall employee experience.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws and regulations.
• Utilize HR analytics to provide insights and recommendations to business leaders.
• Facilitate effective communication and employee relations in a distributed work environment.
• Support succession planning and leadership development initiatives.
• Act as a change agent, promoting organizational effectiveness and adaptability.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive HR experience, with significant time spent in an HR Business Partner role.
• Deep understanding of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic HR initiatives that drive business results.
• Strong experience in talent management, performance management, and employee relations.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and consulting skills, with the ability to build strong relationships remotely.
• Demonstrated business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and HR analytics.
• Ability to manage complex projects and priorities autonomously in a remote setting.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid, a pension fund, and significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Our client is committed to fostering a flexible and inclusive work environment that supports work-life balance. Join a forward-thinking organization that values strategic HR contributions and employee well-being, enabling you to make a significant impact from anywhere.