Senior HR Generalist

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Senior HR Generalist to support its people strategy in Johannesburg. This role requires extensive HR experience, focusing on employee relations, compliance, recruitment, and development. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in HR and serve as a trusted advisor to management and staff, ensuring alignment with organizational values. This position is permanent.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years generalist HR experience with at least 2 years at a senior and supervisory level.
• Experience in a complex shift-based multi-entity or non-profit environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support employee relations and ensure compliance.
• Oversee recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Drive learning, development, and cultural initiatives.
• Manage HR reporting and project tasks.
• Supervise HR teams and activities.

Skills

Employee Relations

Compliance

Recruitment

Learning and Development

HR Reporting

Supervisory skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent

Tools

HR systems

MS Office suite

Job description

Permanent vacancy available for a Senior HR Generalist based in Sandringham Johannesburg.

The Senior HR Generalist plays a pivotal role in supporting the people strategy across its diverse operational entities. This role is responsible for providing comprehensive HR support driving consistent people practices and ensuring compliance with legislation and internal policies. The incumbent will serve as a trusted advisor to management and staff fostering an engaged ethical and high-performing workforce that aligns with the organisations values and mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Employee Relations and Compliance
• Recruitment and Onboarding
• Learning Development and Culture
• HR Reporting and Projects
• Supervisory tasks

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Management Industrial Psychology or equivalent.
• 810 years generalist HR experience with at least 2 years at a senior and supervisory level.
• Experience in a complex shift-based multi-entity or non-profit environment - advantageous.
• Solid working knowledge of HR systems and MS Office suite.