Senior HR Partner: Payroll, Compliance & People Solutions

Sabenza IT & Recruitment; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa is seeking an experienced HR Officer to lead a broad HR portfolio within a manufacturing environment. You will work hands-on with employee relations, payroll, training and safety, guiding both staff and management to compliant and effective people practices.

The ideal candidate will have a related HR degree, 10+ years in a similar role, strong SA labour law knowledge, and experience with payroll systems. Residency in Pietermaritzburg is required.

Qualifications

• Related degree/qualification in Human Resources Management.
• 10+ years HR experience in corporate or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour laws.
• Experience in integrated payroll system.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Applicants must reside in Pietermaritzburg.

Responsibilities

• Own a broad HR portfolio across the business.
• Navigate employee relations, payroll, and compliance.
• Partner with management to balance people and business needs.

Skills

Employee relations

Payroll systems

SA Labour law

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Related degree/qualification in Human Resources Management

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Zohorecruit in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa is seeking an experienced HR Officer to lead a broad HR portfolio within a manufacturing environment. You will work hands-on with employee relations, payroll, training and safety, guiding both staff and management to compliant and effective people practices.

The ideal candidate will have a related HR degree, 10+ years in a similar role, strong SA labour law knowledge, and experience with payroll systems. Residency in Pietermaritzburg is required.