Remote Human Resources Specialist

Popcorn Potential; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative consulting firm is seeking a Senior HR Executive to lead talent management and drive impactful change in remote-first environments. This role offers flexibility and uncapped earning potential, making a difference with mission-driven clients. A strong HR background, exceptional communication skills, and proficiency in digital platforms are essential.

Benefits

Remote-first flexibility

Access to online training

Performance-based income

Leadership development opportunities

Values-driven team culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience ideally in multi-state or global settings.
• Demonstrated success influencing senior leaders and aligning people strategy.
• Confidence in a strong online presence and sharing your voice authentically.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruiting and onboarding initiatives.
• Provide strategic guidance on retention, training, and culture-building.
• Drive change initiatives and align values with human-first practices.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Organisational development

Engagement metrics interpretation

Digital platforms proficiency

Exceptional communication

Independent leadership

Storytelling skills

Tools

Zoom

LinkedIn

CRM tools

Job description

Empower Growth

• Shape Culture
• Make a DifferenceSenior HR Executive (Remote)Popcorn Potential is a purpose-driven consulting and coaching firm that helps individuals thrive.

We partner with mission-aligned professionals to elevate leadership capabilities, foster healthy careers and work cultures, and drive meaningful, sustainable change.

As we continue expanding into South Africa, we're looking for seasoned HR leaders ready to translate their successful careers into purpose-filled, flexible work that reignites their passion and challenges them in new, exciting ways.What You'll DoTalent Management & Acquisition - Lead full-cycle recruiting, workforce planning, and onboarding initiatives for purpose-led clients.Employee Relations & Engagement - Provide strategic guidance on retention, training, and culture-building in remote-first environments.Performance & Development - Create actionable development plans, design high-performance frameworks, and support career growth.Personal Brand & Influence Building – Use platforms like LinkedIn, Zoom, and digital tools to amplify thought leadership and reach.Organisational Change & Culture Consulting - Drive change initiatives and support clients in aligning values with scalable, human-first practices and success education principals.Learning & Development Advocacy - Champion mindset, leadership, and performance mentoring tools that support confidence, resilience, and self-leadership.

What You Bring5+ years of progressive HR experience (talent acquisition, organisational development, or similar), ideally in multi-state or global settings.Demonstrated success influencing senior leaders and aligning people strategy with personal business goals.Proficiency in interpreting engagement metrics and driving process improvements.Confidence in digital platforms (Zoom, LinkedIn, email marketing, CRM tools, etc.).

A strong online presence, or the willingness to develop one, and the ability to share your voice authentically.Exceptional communication, independent-leadership, and storytelling skills.Why Popcorn PotentialRemote-First Flexibility – Work from anywhere, with autonomy to shape your schedule part-time or full-time.Mission-Driven Clients – Make an impact supporting individuals who value purpose, growth, and connection.Performance-Based Income – Uncapped earning potential based on leadership, results, and influence.Leadership & Personal Development – Access online training, mentoring, global retreats, and a like-minded peer community.Values-Driven Team – Join a company that celebrates curiosity, integrity, and continuous learning.Ready to Realign and Reignite Your Career?

If you're a high-performing HR leader looking to do work that matters, on your own terms - we'd love to hear from you.

Because you've done the hard yards.

You've earned your expertise.

And this is your moment to step into a career where your ideas, leadership, and presence make a global impact.

With Popcorn Potential, your career isn't winding down, it's popping wide open Submit your application and tell us how your journey aligns with our mission at Popcorn Potential.Note : Applicants must be authorised to work in South Africa without employer sponsorship.

This role is not suitable for students or recent graduates.