Remote HR Manager - Talent & Development

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contribution

Performance-based incentives

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote HR Manager specializing in Talent & Development to lead talent growth strategies. This fully remote senior role requires a strategic leader to design and manage programs in talent acquisition, development, performance, and succession planning for a distributed workforce.

The ideal candidate will drive a high-performance culture, leverage analytics, and partner with executives to forecast workforce needs, while ensuring SA labour compliance and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HRM, Organizational Psychology, or related field.
• 8+ years in HR with focus on talent management, acquisition, and L&D.
• Experience designing talent strategies for remote/hybrid work.
• Strong knowledge of SA labour law, EEA, and Skills Development Act.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management abilities.
• Expertise in HR technology and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy to attract global candidates.
• Design and implement employee development programs including training and leadership development.
• Oversee the performance management cycle aligned with organizational goals and growth.
• Develop and manage robust succession planning processes to identify future leaders.
• Utilize HR analytics to measure the effectiveness of talent initiatives and provide insights.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and employee engagement.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define workforce planning needs and future structures.
• Manage employer branding to enhance our reputation as an employer of choice.
• Ensure all talent initiatives comply with SA labour legislation and best practices.
• Manage HRIS functionalities related to talent management and performance.

Skills

Talent Management

Talent Acquisition

Learning & Development

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Education

Master's degree in HRM/related field

Tools

HRIS

HR Analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and visionary Remote HR Manager specializing in Talent & Development to lead their people growth strategies. This fully remote position requires a strategic leader who can design, implement, and manage programs focused on talent acquisition, employee development, performance management, and succession planning. You will be instrumental in building a high-performance culture that attracts, develops, and retains top talent across our distributed workforce. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking HR professional with a proven track record in developing innovative talent strategies, strong analytical skills, and exceptional communication abilities suitable for a virtual environment. You will champion employee growth and ensure our talent pipeline meets future business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy to attract high-caliber candidates globally.
• Design and implement effective employee development programs, including training, coaching, and leadership development.
• Oversee the performance management cycle, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and employee growth.
• Develop and manage robust succession planning processes to identify and prepare future leaders.
• Utilize HR analytics to measure the effectiveness of talent and development initiatives and provide strategic insights.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and employee engagement.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define workforce planning needs and future organizational structures.
• Manage the employer branding strategy to enhance our reputation as an employer of choice.
• Ensure all talent and development initiatives comply with South African labour legislation and best practices.
• Manage HRIS functionalities related to talent management and performance.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with a strong specialization in Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, and Learning & Development.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing successful talent strategies in a remote or hybrid work setting.
• Deep understanding of South African labour laws, EEA, and Skills Development Act.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to influence and drive change at all organizational levels.
• Expertise in HR technology and analytics platforms for talent management.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience in building and managing high-performing teams.
• A passion for employee growth and organizational development.

Benefits

This is a fully remote opportunity offering significant autonomy and flexibility. Our client provides a highly competitive executive-level salary, comprehensive medical aid, a generous retirement fund contribution, and performance-based incentives. You will have access to cutting-edge professional development resources and opportunities for advancement within a rapidly growing organization. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative, and supportive remote work environment where employees can thrive. This role offers a unique chance to shape the future of talent management at a leading company, allowing you to make a significant impact from anywhere in South Africa .