Senior HR Advisor - Remote Operations

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Access to HR technology

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior HR Advisor to provide strategic and operational HR support for a distributed workforce. This fully remote role involves advising employees and managers on employee relations, performance, talent development, and HR policy interpretation to ensure consistent HR practices across the organization.

You will partner with management on performance management, organizational design, and change management in a remote context, while ensuring compliance with South African

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience with advisory or generalist roles.
• Strong knowledge of South African employment law and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to manage sensitive employee relations cases.
• Exceptional communication, coaching, and influencing skills.
• Experience supporting remote or hybrid workforces.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations issues and HR policies.
• Partner with management to address performance management challenges and develop talent.
• Advise on organizational design and change management initiatives in a remote context.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and update policies as needed.
• Develop and deliver HR training programs for a remote workforce.
• Analyze HR data to inform strategic decision-making.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

Talent development

HR policy interpretation

Change management

Communication coaching

Education

Master's degree in Human Resources Management or related field

Tools

HRIS

HR analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior HR Advisor to provide strategic and operational HR support to their distributed workforce. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to leverage your expertise from anywhere. You will act as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on a wide range of HR matters, including employee relations, performance management, talent development, and HR policy interpretation. Your role will be crucial in ensuring consistent application of HR practices and fostering a positive employee experience across the organization, even in a virtual setting. This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned HR professional who excels in autonomy and strategic problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance and support on complex employee relations issues and HR policies.
• Partner with management to address performance management challenges and develop talent.
• Advise on organizational design and change management initiatives in a remote context.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and regulations, updating policies as needed.
• Develop and deliver HR training programs tailored for a remote workforce.
• Analyze HR data and provide insights to inform strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with significant advisory or generalist expertise.
• In-depth knowledge of South African employment law and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to manage sensitive employee relations cases effectively.
• Exceptional communication, coaching, and influencing skills.
• Experience working with and supporting remote or hybrid workforces is essential.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and certifications.
• Access to cutting-edge HR technology and resources.
• A culture of collaboration, innovation, and employee well-being.