Strategic HR Partner, Shared Services (SA/US)

Guardian Recruiting; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting agency is seeking an HR Business Partner Shared Services to shape and execute the people strategy across operations in South Africa. This role blends strategic HR approaches with operational excellence, focusing on HR policy compliance, employee engagement, and performance management. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management and at least 5 years of progressive HR experience. Knowledge of South African labor laws is essential, with an empathetic, proactive attitude being highly valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience.
• In-depth understanding of South African labor legislation.
• Exposure to U.S. employment practices is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies aligned with company objectives.
• Partner with leadership to drive HR initiatives.
• Lead communication of policy updates across the organization.
• Monitor local staffing metrics.
• Serve as HR liaison for employee relations.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical abilities

Proactive

Adaptable

Empathetic

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management

Industrial Psychology

Job description

A recruiting agency is seeking an HR Business Partner Shared Services to shape and execute the people strategy across operations in South Africa. This role blends strategic HR approaches with operational excellence, focusing on HR policy compliance, employee engagement, and performance management. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management and at least 5 years of progressive HR experience. Knowledge of South African labor laws is essential, with an empathetic, proactive attitude being highly valued.