Senior HR Business Partner

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary incentives

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career growth opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape seeks a Senior HR Business Partner to guide leaders in aligning people strategies with business goals. This hybrid role demands strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and a track record in talent management, employee relations, and organizational development.

You will lead change initiatives, ensure SA labor law compliance, drive workforce planning, and boost engagement across operations.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including HRBP or strategic HR roles.
• Strong knowledge of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Proven leadership, communication, negotiation, and change management skills.
• Experience with HRIS and HR software.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior management to align HR strategy with business objectives.
• Provide guidance on talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, and development.
• Manage complex employee relations issues with fair policy application.
• Lead talent management, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Drive engagement and culture initiatives to improve retention.
• Support organizational design, change management, and workforce planning.
• Ensure compliance with SA labor laws and HR best practices.
• Analyze HR data to provide actionable insights for decision making.
• Collaborate with HR functions to deliver integrated services.
• Act as advisor to business leaders and change agent.

Skills

Talent management

Employee relations

Organizational development

Leadership

Communication

Influencing

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

HRIS

Job description

About the Role Our client, a significant agricultural enterprise, is seeking an experienced Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP) to join their team in Upington, Northern Cape . This strategic role will serve as a key advisor to business leaders, aligning HR strategies with the organization's goals and driving talent management, employee engagement, and organizational development initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess extensive HR experience, strong business acumen, and the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organization. You will be instrumental in navigating complex employee relations, implementing HR best practices, and contributing to a positive and productive work environment within the unique operational context of the Upington region. We are looking for a results-oriented professional who can influence and lead change. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to make a substantial impact in a vital sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with senior management to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Provide expert guidance on talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, and employee development.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
• Lead talent management initiatives, including succession planning and leadership development programs.
• Drive employee engagement strategies, working to improve retention and foster a positive culture.
• Advise on organizational design, change management, and workforce planning.
• Ensure compliance with South African labor laws and HR best practices within the Upington, Northern Cape context.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to provide insights and support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with other HR functions to ensure integrated HR service delivery.
• Act as a change agent and trusted advisor to business leaders.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive HR experience, with a significant portion in an HRBP or strategic HR role.
• Proven expertise in talent management, employee relations, and organizational development.
• Strong knowledge of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated experience in managing change and driving HR initiatives within operational environments.
• Proficiency in HRIS and relevant HR software.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model and travel as needed to support operations in Upington, Northern Cape .
• Experience in the agricultural sector is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive executive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Strategic influence on business and HR direction.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility.
• Opportunity to work in a key industry in the Northern Cape .