Strategic Group HR & Payroll Leader

Humankind; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Humankind seeks an experienced HR Manager to lead the full HR function for its national operations. Based in Centurion, you will shape and implement HR strategy across divisions and sites.

You will oversee payroll (SAGE VIP / SAGE HR), payroll reconciliations and EMP501 submissions, along with EE reporting and labour-law compliance. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong people skills and strategic insight.

Qualifications

• Completed HR Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years' experience at HR Manager level.
• Experience managing a workforce of approximately 150–200+ employees.
• Strong hands-on experience with SAGE VIP Payroll / SAGE HR.
• Proven experience with payroll reconciliations and EMP501 submissions.
• Strong practical knowledge of LRA, BCEA, EEA and relevant labour legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full HR function across the group and provide strategic and operational HR guidance to management.
• Partner with the CFO on workforce planning, budgeting and people-related business objectives.
• Manage and maintain HR policies, procedures, employment contracts and the Employee Handbook.
• Take ownership of the SAGE HR / VIP Payroll environment, including payroll inputs, amendments, reconciliations and statutory requirements.
• Oversee EMP501, PAYE, UIF, COIDA and other relevant statutory submissions.
• Manage employee relations matters, including disciplinary hearings, grievances, misconduct, incapacity and performance-related processes.
• Represent the organisation at the CCMA and other labour forums when required.
• Manage the company's Employment Equity Plan and annual EE reporting.
• Coordinate and submit WSP/ATR requirements in conjunction with the SETA.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and talent management across technical, professional and operational teams.
• Provide HR reporting, analytics and insights to support management decision-making.

Skills

HR leadership

Payroll systems

Labour relations

Policy development

Education

HR Diploma or Degree

Tools

SAGE VIP Payroll

SAGE HR

Job description

Humankind seeks an experienced HR Manager to lead the full HR function for its national operations. Based in Centurion, you will shape and implement HR strategy across divisions and sites.

You will oversee payroll (SAGE VIP / SAGE HR), payroll reconciliations and EMP501 submissions, along with EE reporting and labour-law compliance. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong people skills and strategic insight.