Remote Senior HR Business Partner

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Remote work stipend

Professional development

Flexible working hours

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Senior HR Business Partner to provide strategic HR guidance across a global matrix. You will partner with leaders to shape talent management, employee relations, organizational development and change management, while leveraging HRIS tools to deliver data-driven insights.

This is a fully remote role enabling collaboration across regions. We are looking for a candidate with 7+ years in HR leadership, strong communication, and a track record of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar strategic HR role.
• Proven experience working in a remote or distributed workforce environment.
• Strong understanding of all facets of HR, including talent management, employee relations, compensation and benefits, organizational development, and labor law.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, influencing, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and translate business objectives into effective HR solutions.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and HR technology platforms.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data‑driven recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR point of contact for designated business units, building strong relationships with leaders and employees.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement HR strategies that support business goals, focusing on talent acquisition, retention, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Provide expert guidance and support on complex employee relations issues, including investigations, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution, ensuring compliance with labor laws.
• Partner with talent acquisition teams to attract, recruit, and onboard top talent, ensuring a seamless candidate experience.
• Drive performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, and development planning, to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Identify organizational development needs and design/implement programs to enhance leadership effectiveness, team performance, and overall organizational capability.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the business units, promoting a culture of belonging.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to provide insights and recommendations for improving HR programs and business outcomes.
• Support change management initiatives, ensuring effective communication and employee buy‑in.
• Stay abreast of HR best practices, employment law, and industry trends to ensure compliance and innovation.

Skills

Strategic HR

Talent management

Employee relations

Change management

HR analytics

Stakeholder management

Remote work experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/BA

Master's degree or HR certification

Tools

HRIS systems

HR technology platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Remote Senior HR Business Partner to join their rapidly expanding global team. This role is critical in providing comprehensive HR support and strategic guidance to various business units, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and fostering a positive and productive work environment. As a fully remote position, you will leverage technology and communication tools to connect with employees and leaders across different regions. You will act as a trusted advisor, consultant, and partner to management and employees on all human capital matters, including talent management, employee relations, organizational development, and change management. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape HR strategies and contribute to the growth of a forward-thinking company from the comfort of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR point of contact for designated business units, building strong relationships with leaders and employees.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement HR strategies that support business goals, focusing on talent acquisition, retention, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Provide expert guidance and support on complex employee relations issues, including investigations, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution, ensuring compliance with labor laws.
• Partner with talent acquisition teams to attract, recruit, and onboard top talent, ensuring a seamless candidate experience.
• Drive performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, and development planning, to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Identify organizational development needs and design/implement programs to enhance leadership effectiveness, team performance, and overall organizational capability.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the business units, promoting a culture of belonging.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to provide insights and recommendations for improving HR programs and business outcomes.
• Support change management initiatives, ensuring effective communication and employee buy‑in.
• Stay abreast of HR best practices, employment law, and industry trends to ensure compliance and innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree or HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, PHR) preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar strategic HR role.
• Proven experience working in a remote or distributed workforce environment.
• Strong understanding of all facets of HR, including talent management, employee relations, compensation and benefits, organizational development, and labor law.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, influencing, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and translate business objectives into effective HR solutions.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and HR technology platforms.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data‑driven recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive annual salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed for remote employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. We provide a generous remote work stipend for home office setup and ongoing expenses. Opportunities for continuous professional development, access to online training resources, and career advancement within a global organization are key features. Employees also benefit from flexible working hours, paid time off, and a supportive virtual work culture that values work‑life balance and collaboration. The chance to significantly impact organizational success from anywhere in the world makes this a truly unique opportunity.