Senior HR Business Partner

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Annual leave

Study leave

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a Senior HR Business Partner to align HR strategies with business goals across key units. You will partner with leadership to drive talent management, organizational development and employee engagement, acting as a trusted advisor on complex people issues.

The role requires a proactive, analytical leader with 8+ years of progressive HR experience, deep knowledge of SA labour law, and a track record in change management and workforce planning.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HRM, Industrial Psychology, or related field.
• 8+ years HR experience with strategic partnership focus.
• Proven ability to influence and advise senior management.
• Expertise in talent acquisition, employee relations, and change management.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labour law.
• Experience developing HR initiatives that drive business results.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that support business goals in Stellenbosch.
• Provide expert guidance on talent management, including succession planning and leadership development.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive organizational culture.
• Manage complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
• Advise on organizational design, change management, and workforce planning.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to provide insights and recommendations to leadership.

Skills

Strategic HR partnerships

Influence senior management

Talent management

Employee relations

Change management

HR analytics

Labour law knowledge (SA)

Education

Master's degree in Human Resources Management

Master's degree in Industrial Psychology

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior HR Business Partner to support key business units in Stellenbosch . This role is critical in aligning HR strategies with business objectives, focusing on talent management, organizational development, and employee engagement. You will act as a trusted advisor to leadership, providing insights and solutions to complex people challenges. This position demands a proactive approach, strong analytical skills, and the ability to drive change within a dynamic organizational structure, contributing significantly to the strategic workforce planning and employee relations within the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that support business goals in Stellenbosch .
• Provide expert guidance on talent management, including succession planning and leadership development.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive organizational culture.
• Manage complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
• Advise on organizational design, change management, and workforce planning.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to provide insights and recommendations to leadership.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with a strong focus on strategic partnership.
• Proven ability to influence and advise senior management.
• Expertise in talent acquisition, employee relations, and change management.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor law.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing HR initiatives that drive business results.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement fund.
• Generous annual leave and study leave benefits.
• Opportunities for international and local professional development.
• Hybrid work model promoting work-life balance.