Senior HRBP: Hybrid, Strategic Talent & Engagement Leader

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid & pension

Generous annual leave

Hybrid work model

HR tools access

Supportive environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to align HR strategy with business goals across a hybrid work model. You will partner with senior leaders, guide employee relations, talent development, and organizational design while driving performance and engagement.

You will lead talent acquisition for key roles, develop succession plans, analyze HR metrics, and advise on policies and employment law, enabling a resilient, high‑performing culture in a dynamic services

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Psychology, Business Admin, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with HRBP focus.
• Experience partnering with senior leaders and shaping decisions.
• Strong knowledge of SA labour law and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with HRIS and data analytics.
• Ability to work in a hybrid model balancing remote and in-office work.
• CIPM certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic partner to designated business units and translate objectives into HR initiatives.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, and organizational design.
• Lead talent acquisition for key roles within units.
• Develop succession plans for future leadership.
• Advise managers on HR policies and employment law and ensure compliance.
• Drive employee engagement and inclusive work environment.
• Analyze HR data to identify trends and inform decisions.
• Support change initiatives and coach managers and employees.
• Facilitate talent reviews and contribute to HR strategy.
• Coach and mentor managers and staff.

Skills

HR Strategy

Employee Relations

Talent Development

Analytical Skills

HRIS

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/related field

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to align HR strategy with business goals across a hybrid work model. You will partner with senior leaders, guide employee relations, talent development, and organizational design while driving performance and engagement.

You will lead talent acquisition for key roles, develop succession plans, analyze HR metrics, and advise on policies and employment law, enabling a resilient, high‑performing culture in a dynamic services