Senior HR Business Partner (Remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical Insurance

Remote work stipend

Learning & certification

Laptop + home office allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Senior HR Business Partner to join its expanding global team in a remote-first role across South Africa. You will advise senior leadership on talent strategy, employee relations, compensation, and benefits, and partner with business units including Stellenbosch presence.

You will lead talent initiatives, design organizational development, manage complex ER issues, analyze HR data, ensure compliance with SA labor law, and foster an inclusive remote culture.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years as an HR Business Partner.
• Proven experience advising senior leadership and driving HR strategy.
• Strong understanding of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in employee relations, talent management, and organizational development.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and HR analytics.
• Proven ability to excel in a fully remote work environment, requiring self-motivation and strong time management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic HR partner to assigned business leaders, contributing to talent strategy and organizational effectiveness.
• Advising on employee relations, performance management, compensation, and benefits strategies.
• Lead and manage complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
• Develop and implement talent management initiatives, including succession planning and leadership development.
• Drive HR projects focused on change management, organizational design, and employee engagement.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to provide insights and recommendations for strategic decision-making.
• Ensure HR practices comply with South African labor laws and company policies.
• Facilitate HR-related training and development programs for managers and employees.
• Collaborate with other HR functions to deliver integrated HR solutions.
• Champion a positive and inclusive remote work culture.

Skills

Strategic HR partner

HR advisory

Leadership influence

HR data analysis

Communication & interpersonal

Remote work proficiency

Education

Master's degree in HRM/Industrial Psychology or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

HR analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and seasoned Senior HR Business Partner to join their expanding global team. This position is entirely remote, offering the flexibility and autonomy to work from anywhere within South Africa, while supporting business units that have a presence in **Stellenbosch, Western Cape, ZA**. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, driving HR initiatives that align with organizational goals, foster employee engagement, and enhance talent management strategies. As a fully remote role, strong communication, self-discipline, and proficiency with virtual collaboration tools are paramount. Our client is committed to building a high-performing culture and believes in empowering its remote workforce. This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your expertise in a remote-first environment and make a significant impact on our client's continued success. You will be instrumental in shaping the employee experience and driving HR best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic HR partner to assigned business leaders, contributing to talent strategy and organizational effectiveness.
• Advise on employee relations, performance management, compensation, and benefits strategies.
• Lead and manage complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
• Develop and implement talent management initiatives, including succession planning and leadership development.
• Drive HR projects focused on change management, organizational design, and employee engagement.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to provide insights and recommendations for strategic decision-making.
• Ensure HR practices comply with South African labor laws and company policies.
• Facilitate HR-related training and development programs for managers and employees.
• Collaborate with other HR functions to deliver integrated HR solutions.
• Champion a positive and inclusive remote work culture.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years as an HR Business Partner.
• Proven experience advising senior leadership and driving HR strategy.
• Strong understanding of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in employee relations, talent management, and organizational development.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and HR analytics.
• Proven ability to excel in a fully remote work environment, requiring self-motivation and strong time management.
• Experience supporting distributed or global teams is a significant advantage.
• Must be based in South Africa and able to align with business hours relevant to **Stellenbosch, Western Cape, ZA**.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and remote work stipends.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional certification.
• A supportive and dynamic virtual work environment.
• Company-provided laptop and home office setup allowance.