Senior HR Leader - Strategy, Talent & Compliance (Upington)

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 1,400,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary

Performance-based bonuses

Full medical, dental, and vision

Retirement fund contribution

Relocation assistance

Company vehicle or allowance

Generous paid leave

Access to advanced HR technology

Accommodation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 invites an accomplished Senior HR Manager to lead the HR function on-site in Upington, Northern Cape. You will shape and execute strategic HR initiatives, align HR outcomes with business goals, and manage talent, compensation, and employee relations in a high-growth environment.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 10+ years’ HR experience, including 5+ years in leadership, with strong SA labor law knowledge and proven ability to drive organizational change and people

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in HRM or related field is required.
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with 5+ years in senior leadership.
• Strong knowledge of South African labor law and industrial relations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic HR initiatives to support growth and efficiency.
• Oversee talent management, performance management, compensation, and benefits.
• Lead and mentor the HR team to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with SA labor laws and IR regulations.
• Advise senior leadership on workforce planning and organizational design.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Change management

HR analytics

Education

Master's degree in HRM / Industrial Psychology / Business Administration

Professional HR certification (e.g., CIPD)

Tools

HRIS

HR analytics tools

Job description

Placements24 invites an accomplished Senior HR Manager to lead the HR function on-site in Upington, Northern Cape. You will shape and execute strategic HR initiatives, align HR outcomes with business goals, and manage talent, compensation, and employee relations in a high-growth environment.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 10+ years’ HR experience, including 5+ years in leadership, with strong SA labor law knowledge and proven ability to drive organizational change and people