Senior Human Resources Manager

Advius (Pty) Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial technology provider is seeking a Senior HR Manager to join their executive team in Pretoria. This pivotal role requires a strategic leader with over 10 years of HR experience, including 5 years in executive management. The ideal candidate will oversee HR functions, promote a high-performance culture, and ensure compliance with South African legislation. A BCom degree in HR is essential, with additional postgraduate qualifications advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Human Resources, with at least 5 years at senior or executive management level.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing HR strategies at a senior level.
• Proven ability to operate effectively within a high-performance, fast-paced business environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic HR function in alignment with organisational objectives.
• Collaborate closely with executive leadership to shape workforce and talent strategies.
• Oversee key HR areas including talent acquisition, organisational development, employee relations, performance management, and remuneration.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation

High-performance culture development

Employee engagement strategies

Talent acquisition

Education

BCom degree in Human Resources or related discipline

Postgraduate Honours or Master’s degree in HR or Business Leadership

Job description

Job Description

Are you a strategic HR leader ready to make an executive-level impact?

Our client, a leading provider of innovative financial technology and transaction processing solutions, is seeking a dynamic Senior HR Manager to join their executive team. This is a pivotal leadership role that will shape and drive the organisation’s human capital strategy across a rapidly growing and highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the strategic HR function in alignment with organisational objectives
• Collaborate closely with executive leadership to shape workforce and talent strategies
• Oversee key HR areas including talent acquisition, organisational development, employee relations, performance management, and remuneration
• Drive initiatives that promote a high-performance culture, employee engagement, and leadership development
• Ensure HR compliance and governance across all levels of the business

Requirements

Key Requirements :

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Human Resources, with at least 5 years at senior or executive management level
• A BCom degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related discipline is essential
• A Postgraduate Honours or Master’s degree in HR or Business Leadership will be strongly advantageous
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing HR strategies at a senior level
• Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation and HR compliance
• Proven ability to operate effectively within a high-performance, fast-paced business environment