Strategic HR Leader — Talent, Culture & Performance

EBC Group; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

EBC Group in Soweto, South Africa seeks an experienced HR Manager to lead strategy and all HR functions. You will drive recruitment, employee relations, and performance processes, partnering with department heads to meet staffing needs and promote engagement.

You will oversee compensation and benefits, develop policies, and implement training and career development programs. A start-up background and HR certification are a plus, with a focus on compliant, people-centric leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 5-8 years of proven experience in HR management roles.
• In-depth knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment laws.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experienced working in a start-up is a plus.
• Certification in Human Resources (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the organization’s objectives.
• Provide strategic advice to senior management on HR-related issues.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes, including job posting, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Work closely with department heads to understand staffing needs and ensure timely hiring.
• Act as a point of contact for employee relations matters, addressing concerns, conflicts, and grievances.
• Foster a positive work environment and promote employee engagement initiatives.
• Oversee performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, and development plans.
• Provide guidance and training to managers on effective performance management techniques.
• Identify training needs and coordinate training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
• Implement career development initiatives to support employee growth within the organization.
• Manage compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness in the market.
• Conduct regular salary benchmarking to maintain a fair and attractive compensation structure.
• Develop and update HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Keep abreast of HR trends and best practices to drive continuous improvement.
• Establish and monitor HR metrics to assess the effectiveness of HR programs.
• Generate regular reports for management, highlighting key HR performance indicators.

Skills

HR strategy

Strategic advisory

Recruitment

Employee relations

Performance management

Training & development

Compensation & benefits

HR policies

HR metrics

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/BA

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

HRIS/ATS systems

Job description

EBC Group in Soweto, South Africa seeks an experienced HR Manager to lead strategy and all HR functions. You will drive recruitment, employee relations, and performance processes, partnering with department heads to meet staffing needs and promote engagement.

You will oversee compensation and benefits, develop policies, and implement training and career development programs. A start-up background and HR certification are a plus, with a focus on compliant, people-centric leadership.