Remote HR Manager - Strategic Operations

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary

Bonus & stock options

Medical aid & pension

Generous PTO

Growth opportunities

Remote work culture

Leadership programs

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly strategic HR Manager to lead core HR operations in a fully remote capacity. The role focuses on developing HR strategies aligned with rapid growth and sustaining a robust remote culture across distributed teams.

You will oversee talent management, organizational development, compensation and benefits, and employee engagement while driving change and analytics to inform leadership decisions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with 5+ years in a management/strategic HR role.
• Experience developing HR strategies for remote or hybrid workforces.
• Expert knowledge of South African labor law and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies aligned with business goals and remote workforce needs.
• Lead talent acquisition, performance management, and succession planning processes.
• Oversee design and administration of compensation and benefits programs.
• Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and remote culture.
• Ensure compliance with South African labor laws and regulations.
• Provide strategic HR guidance to senior leadership and management.

Skills

HR leadership

Remote HR

Talent management

Organizational design

Labor law SA

HR analytics

HRIS

Strategic thinking

Change management

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in HR/Business

Tools

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly strategic and results-oriented HR Manager to lead critical HR operations in a fully remote capacity. This pivotal role will focus on developing and implementing HR strategies that align with our company’s ambitious growth objectives and reinforce our commitment to a robust remote work culture. You will oversee key HR functions, including talent management, organizational development, compensation and benefits, and employee engagement, all within a virtual framework. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with a proven track record in shaping HR strategies for distributed teams, possess exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, and is adept at driving organizational change remotely. This is an exceptional opportunity to influence the direction of a growing organization from a distance and champion best practices in remote HR management.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive HR strategies aligned with business goals and remote workforce needs.
• Lead and manage the talent acquisition, performance management, and succession planning processes.
• Oversee the design and administration of competitive compensation and benefits programs.
• Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and overall workplace culture in a remote setting.
• Ensure full compliance with South African labor laws and regulations.
• Provide strategic HR guidance and support to senior leadership and management teams.
• Lead organizational development efforts and manage change initiatives effectively.
• Utilize HR analytics to inform strategic decisions and measure HR effectiveness.
• Manage HR budgets and resource allocation.
• Foster a high-performance culture and promote continuous learning and development.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a management or strategic HR role.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing HR strategies for remote or hybrid workforces.
• Expert knowledge of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Proven success in talent management, organizational design, and change management.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and influencing skills.
• Proficiency in advanced HRIS and analytics tools.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, fully remote, and highly collaborative environment.
• Relevant professional HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, HRMP) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Executive-level annual salary.
• Performance-based bonus and stock options.
• Comprehensive executive medical aid and pension plan.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and executive development.
• Access to cutting-edge HR technology and strategic resources.
• A dynamic and innovative remote work culture.
• Leadership development programs.