Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Remote)

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Stock options

Significant professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to guide strategic HR initiatives across a fully remote organization. This role partners with leadership to align people strategy with business goals, manage talent, design org structures, and lead change in dispersed teams.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of BP experience, strong employment-law knowledge, and a proven track record of influencing executives from a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HRM or MBA required.
• 8+ years HR experience, with significant BP experience.
• Strong employment law knowledge and HR best practices.
• Proven remote work success.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic advisor to business leaders on HR-related matters.
• Develop and implement talent management strategies, including succession planning and development.
• Manage complex employee relations issues and ensure fair and consistent application of policies.
• Drive organizational change initiatives and support workforce planning.
• Partner with HR centers of excellence to deliver integrated solutions.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to provide insights and recommendations to leadership.

Skills

Strategic HR Planning

Executive Coaching

Remote collaboration

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Master's degree in HRM or MBA

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a strategic and experienced Senior Human Resources Business Partner to join their dynamic, fully remote team. In this critical role, you will serve as a primary HR contact for assigned business units, aligning HR strategies with organizational goals and driving key people initiatives. You will partner closely with leadership to address talent management, organizational design, employee relations, and change management challenges. This position is perfect for a seasoned HR professional who excels in building strong relationships and influencing outcomes in a virtual, fast-paced environment, ensuring consistent support across geographically dispersed teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic advisor to business leaders on all HR-related matters.
• Develop and implement talent management strategies, including succession planning and development.
• Manage complex employee relations issues and ensure fair and consistent application of policies.
• Drive organizational change initiatives and support workforce planning.Partner with HR centers of excellence (e.g., compensation, talent acquisition) to deliver integrated solutions.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to provide insights and recommendations to leadership.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, MBA, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with a significant portion as an HR Business Partner.
• Demonstrated success in strategic HR planning and execution.
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices.
• Exceptional influencing, coaching, and consulting skills.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fully remote work setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus structure.
• Fully remote work with potential for occasional travel.
• Comprehensive executive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous stock options and long-term incentive plans.
• Significant budget for professional development and executive coaching.