Remote Senior HR Business Partner - Global Technology Firm

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus structure

Global health benefits

Remote work stipend

Career growth

Flexible working hours

Access to HR technology

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to support a global, remote-first organization. You will partner with business leaders to shape talent strategy, drive organizational design, and enhance performance across distributed teams.

In this fully remote role, you’ll lead talent management, employee engagement, and change initiatives, using data to measure impact while ensuring compliant HR practices across jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HR, business, or related field.
• 7+ years HR experience, strong HRBP background.
• Experience with global or distributed teams and remote work.
• Deep knowledge of talent management, employee relations, and org development.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills for virtual collaboration.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects independently.
• Proficiency with HRIS and remote-work collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Act as strategic HR partner to assigned business units, advising on talent strategy, org design, and change management.
• Drive talent management initiatives: performance, succession, and career development for remote workforce.
• Develop and implement employee engagement strategies for a virtual environment.
• Provide guidance on complex employee relations issues with global policy alignment.
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence to deliver HR programs.
• Use HR data/analytics to identify trends, recommend solutions, and measure impact.
• Support managers in fostering a high-performance remote culture.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws across jurisdictions; adapt policies as needed.

Skills

HR Strategy

Talent Management

Employee Relations

Organizational Development

Change Management

Remote Collaboration

HRIS

Data Analytics

Communication

Influencing

Education

Master's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS

Collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading global technology firm with a strong remote-first culture, is seeking an experienced Senior Human Resources Business Partner to join their virtual team. This role is critical for providing strategic HR support to various business units, focusing on talent management, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness within a distributed workforce. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, comfortable working autonomously, and possess exceptional skills in navigating the complexities of remote HR operations. This position is fully remote, allowing you to contribute from anywhere. The role is specifically designed for individuals who thrive in a virtual environment and can influence positive change globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic HR partner to assigned business units, advising on talent strategy, organizational design, and change management.
• Drive talent management initiatives, including performance management, succession planning, and career development for a remote workforce.
• Develop and implement employee engagement strategies tailored for a virtual environment.
• Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies globally.
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence to deliver HR programs and services.
• Utilize HR data and analytics to identify trends, recommend solutions, and measure program impact.
• Support managers in fostering a high-performance culture within their remote teams.
• Ensure compliance with relevant employment laws across different jurisdictions, adapting policies as needed.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive HR experience, with a significant portion in an HR Business Partner role.
• Proven experience supporting global or distributed teams and understanding remote work dynamics.
• Strong knowledge of talent management, employee relations, and organizational development.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills, adept at virtual collaboration.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and drive initiatives independently.
• Proficiency with HRIS and collaboration tools essential for remote work.
• Experience in the technology sector is highly preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive global health benefits package.
• Generous remote work stipend for home office setup and expenses.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within a global organization.
• Work from anywhere policy with flexible working hours.
• Access to cutting-edge HR technology and resources.