Senior HR Manager

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive pay

Hybrid work

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior HR Manager to lead the Human Resources department in Queenstown, South Africa. This strategic role focuses on developing and implementing HR strategies aligned with business objectives, managing the HR team, and guiding talent management, employee relations, and compensation in a hybrid work setup.

The role combines office-based leadership in Queenstown with remote work options to enhance productivity and work-life balance, offering an executive-level

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HR or related field required.
• 8+ years of HR experience with 4+ in leadership roles.
• Strong strategic HR planning and SA labour law knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the HR team to high performance.
• Oversee talent acquisition, retention and succession planning.
• Manage employee relations and policy consistency.
• Ensure compliance with SA labour legislation and best practices.
• Drive organizational development and change management.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Employee relations

Education

Master's degree in HR/Industrial Psychology

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and strategic Senior HR Manager to lead their Human Resources department in Queenstown . This leadership role is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive HR strategies that align with business objectives, managing the HR team, and overseeing all HR functions including talent management, employee relations, and compensation. This hybrid position offers a dynamic work environment, combining office-based collaboration in Queenstown with the flexibility of remote work to enhance productivity and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the overall HR strategy in alignment with organizational goals.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the HR team to ensure high performance and service delivery.
• Oversee talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning strategies.
• Manage employee relations, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant South African labor legislation and best practices.
• Drive organizational development initiatives, including change management and culture building.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Proven experience in strategic HR planning and execution.
• Expert knowledge of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience managing HR operations in a hybrid or multi-site environment.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary and significant bonus potential.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement fund contribution.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.