Senior HR Leader: Strategy, Culture & Growth

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement fund

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape is seeking an accomplished Human Resources Manager to lead the HR function, shape strategy, and drive a high-performance culture. You will guide the HR team, partner with executives, and ensure excellent employee experience and operational HR excellence.

The role covers recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee development, compliance with South African labour law, compensation programs, training, and engagement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years in a managerial or leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead and mentor the HR team to foster a collaborative, results‑oriented environment.
• Oversee the entire employee lifecycle—from recruitment to offboarding.
• Ensure compliance with South African labour laws and employment equity legislation.
• Manage employee relations, investigations, and workplace harmony.
• Design and deliver compensation and benefits programs.
• Develop training and development initiatives to grow employee skills.
• Drive culture, engagement, and inclusion initiatives.
• Manage the HR budget and advise senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

HR analytics

Education

Master's degree in HR Management

Tools

HRIS

HR Analytics

Job description

Placements24 in George, Western Cape is seeking an accomplished Human Resources Manager to lead the HR function, shape strategy, and drive a high-performance culture. You will guide the HR team, partner with executives, and ensure excellent employee experience and operational HR excellence.

The role covers recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee development, compliance with South African labour law, compensation programs, training, and engagement initiatives.