Senior HR Partner for Pharma (Hybrid)

Antal International; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global pharmaceutical organization seeks a Principal HR People Partner in Johannesburg, South Africa. This role involves serving as a strategic advisor to leadership, managing HR operations, and ensuring compliance with local labor laws. Applicants should have a relevant bachelor's degree and 5–7 years of HR experience, preferably in multinational environments. Excellent coaching skills and the ability to navigate complex organizational structures are essential. This position offers a hybrid working model with a monthly salary of 55,000 ZAR net plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years HR experience within multinational, matrixed organizations.
• Strong background as an HR Generalist or HR People Partner.
• Proven experience in labour relations and union negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor and coach to business leaders.
• Lead HR partnership across talent, engagement, and operational excellence.
• Manage local HR service delivery and compliance with South African law.

Skills

Strategic partnership

Performance management

Employee relations

Change management

Coaching capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Psychology, or related

HR certification

Job description

A leading global pharmaceutical organization seeks a Principal HR People Partner in Johannesburg, South Africa. This role involves serving as a strategic advisor to leadership, managing HR operations, and ensuring compliance with local labor laws. Applicants should have a relevant bachelor's degree and 5–7 years of HR experience, preferably in multinational environments. Excellent coaching skills and the ability to navigate complex organizational structures are essential. This position offers a hybrid working model with a monthly salary of 55,000 ZAR net plus benefits.