Strategic HR Leader & Senior Generalist

The Focus Group

Sandton

On-site

ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Focus Group is seeking a Senior HR Manager (Strategic HR Generalist) to translate business strategy into integrated people plans across the full employee lifecycle. You will partner with executive leadership to shape workforce strategy and organizational design while driving DEIB and performance initiatives.

You will ensure compliant, efficient HR operations, lead talent development, and coach a high-performing HR team to support business growth.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in HRM or related field required (NQF7).
Postgraduate qualification (Honors or Master's) preferred.
5–10 years HR experience, including senior generalist or strategic HR roles.
Experience partnering with senior leadership on workforce and organizational strategy.

Responsibilities

Translate business strategy into a coherent people strategy and workforce plan across the full employee lifecycle.
Partner with executives to develop workforce strategy, organizational design, and leadership pipeline.
Drive end-to-end talent management, succession planning, and learning initiatives.
Lead DEIB strategy and embedding inclusive practices across the employee lifecycle.
Ensure HR policies, governance, and compliance, with strong data-driven insights for decision making.
Oversee HR operations, reporting, and budgeting, plus development of the HR team.