Remote Human Resources Manager

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary with equity

Fully remote position

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and proactive Remote Human Resources Manager to lead their HR function entirely online. This executive role shapes talent strategy, culture, and policies for a fully distributed workforce.

You will oversee talent acquisition, development, compensation, benefits, and employee relations across jurisdictions, ensuring compliance and engaging teams in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Demonstrated experience in managing HR functions for a fully remote company.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR strategies that align with the company's vision and remote work objectives.
• Lead the talent acquisition process for remote positions, ensuring the hiring of top talent globally.
• Implement and manage comprehensive employee engagement and retention programs tailored for a remote workforce.
• Oversee the administration of compensation, benefits, and performance management systems for a distributed team.
• Foster a positive and inclusive company culture through virtual initiatives and effective employee relations management.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Remote work

Talent acquisition

HR technology

Education

Master's degree in HRM or related

Tools

HRIS

ATS

Payroll systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and proactive Remote Human Resources Manager to lead their HR function entirely online. This role is critical for developing and implementing HR strategies that support our remote-first business model and cultivate a strong, engaged company culture across distributed teams. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources, from talent acquisition and development to compensation, benefits, and employee relations, all while working remotely. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced HR leader to shape the future of HR in a fully virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR strategies that align with the company's vision and remote work objectives.
• Lead the talent acquisition process for remote positions, ensuring the hiring of top talent globally.
• Implement and manage comprehensive employee engagement and retention programs tailored for a remote workforce.
• Oversee the administration of compensation, benefits, and performance management systems for a distributed team.
• Foster a positive and inclusive company culture through virtual initiatives and effective employee relations management.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labour laws across different jurisdictions, adapting policies for remote work.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Demonstrated experience in managing HR functions for a fully remote company .
• Strong understanding of global labour laws and remote work compliance.
• Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills, particularly in a virtual setting.
• Experience with HR technology and tools supporting remote operations.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary with potential for equity.
• Fully remote position, offering unparalleled work-life balance and flexibility.
• Generous health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development .
• Opportunity to lead HR strategy in a dynamic, innovative, and fully remote organization.