Senior HR Generalist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement planning

Professional development

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, seeks a strategic and experienced Senior HR Generalist to partner with leadership, drive HR initiatives, and ensure compliance across operations.

The role leads complex employee relations, recruitment, and performance management while leveraging HR analytics and HRIS to inform strategic decisions.

The position offers a flexible work arrangement with a substantial remote component and a competitive package including medical aid and retirement planning.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HRM, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior HR generalist capacity.
• Deep understanding of South African labour law and precedents.
• Experience with talent management, performance management, and employee relations.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with advanced HRIS functionalities and HR analytics.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations matters, including disciplinary processes and grievances.
• Lead recruitment efforts for key positions, develop talent acquisition strategies, and manage candidate pipelines.
• Partner with management to implement performance management systems and drive employee development initiatives.
• Ensure full compliance with South African labour legislation and HR policies, updating them as necessary.
• Develop and execute HR projects that support business objectives, such as organizational design or change management.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Communication

HR analytics

HRIS

Labour law knowledge

Talent management

Performance management

Employee relations

Education

Master's in HRM

Industrial Psychology

Job description

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior HR Generalist to provide comprehensive HR support to their operations based in Welkom. This pivotal role involves partnering with leadership to develop and implement HR strategies, manage complex employee relations issues, and drive key HR initiatives. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise to enhance organizational effectiveness, foster a positive employee culture, and ensure compliance with all relevant South African labour laws. This is a significant opportunity to make a tangible impact within the Free State operations and contribute to strategic HR decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance and support on complex employee relations matters, including disciplinary processes and grievances.
• Lead recruitment efforts for key positions, develop talent acquisition strategies, and manage candidate pipelines.
• Partner with management to implement performance management systems and drive employee development initiatives.
• Ensure full compliance with South African labour legislation and company HR policies, updating them as necessary.
• Develop and execute HR projects that support business objectives, such as organizational design or change management.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of comprehensive experience in a senior HR generalist capacity.
• Deep understanding of South African labour law, including case law and precedents.
• Proven experience in talent management, performance management, and employee relations.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with advanced HRIS functionalities and HR analytics.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive executive medical aid and retirement planning benefits.
• Generous allocation for professional development, conferences, and further education.
• Flexible work arrangements, including a substantial remote work component.
• Opportunity to shape HR strategy and influence organizational development.