Remote HR Generalist - Talent Management Focus

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybride; ZAR 420 000 - 700 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based bonuses

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote HR Generalist with a strong emphasis on Talent Management to join a distributed team across South Africa. This role centers on designing and delivering talent strategies, managing performance, succession planning, and leadership development in a remote-first environment.

You will partner with managers to drive engagement, coach teams, and ensure compliant HR practices while supporting onboarding and policy implementation for a national workforce.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of HR experience with emphasis on talent management and development.
• Experience implementing performance management, career pathing, and succession planning.
• Experience in remote or distributed work environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management in virtual settings.
• Knowledge of South African labor law and HR best practices.

Responsabilités

• Oversee full spectrum of HR generalist responsibilities including employee relations, policy implementation, and HRIS management.
• Lead design and execution of talent management programs including performance appraisal systems, development plans, and leadership training.
• Develop and implement succession planning to ensure a strong leadership pipeline.
• Support managers in fostering a high-performance culture through coaching and development.
• Drive engagement initiatives for a remote workforce and ensure smooth onboarding for new hires.
• Conduct HR investigations and provide guidance on employee relations matters in compliance with labor laws.
• Analyze HR data related to talent management and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Contribute to development and refinement of remote-first HR policies and procedures.

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field

Outils

HRIS

Talent management software

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and versatile Remote HR Generalist with a strong focus on Talent Management to join their distributed team. This fully remote position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa, contributing to the company's strategic HR initiatives. You will be responsible for a broad range of HR functions, with a particular emphasis on developing and implementing talent management strategies, including performance management, career development, and succession planning. This role requires a self-starter who can effectively manage HR operations and drive talent initiatives in a virtual environment. The ideal candidate is adept at building relationships and driving engagement across a geographically dispersed workforce, ensuring consistency and excellence in HR practices regardless of location. This is a unique opportunity to shape and influence talent development on a national scale from the comfort of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the full spectrum of HR generalist responsibilities, including employee relations, policy implementation, and HRIS management.
• Lead the design and execution of talent management programs, including performance appraisal systems, individual development plans, and leadership training initiatives.
• Develop and implement succession planning strategies to ensure a strong pipeline of future leaders.
• Support managers in fostering a high-performance culture through effective coaching and development.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives tailored for a remote workforce, fostering connection and collaboration.
• Manage onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring a smooth and positive integration into the company.
• Conduct HR investigations and provide guidance on employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with labor laws.
• Analyze HR data related to talent management and provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of HR policies and procedures for a remote-first organization.
• Act as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on HR-related queries and concerns.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in Human Resources, with a significant portion focused on talent management and development.
• Proven experience in implementing performance management systems, career pathing, and succession planning.
• Demonstrated ability to manage HR functions effectively in a remote or distributed work environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders virtually.
• Strong understanding of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in HRIS and talent management software.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain a high level of productivity.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and a strategic mindset.
• Experience in developing and delivering virtual training sessions is a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive remote work stipend, and excellent benefits, including medical aid, a provident fund, and performance-based bonuses. We are committed to supporting our remote employees with the resources and opportunities they need to thrive professionally. This role provides significant autonomy and the chance to directly influence talent development strategies across the organization. Join our client and help build a culture of continuous growth and development for our distributed workforce.