Strategic HR Partner - Talent, Change & Growth (Hybrid)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Car allowance

Retirement fund

Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, &

Public holidays

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to provide strategic HR support to key business units in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. You will advise leadership, drive HR initiatives, and shape talent management, employee relations, and change management to align with business goals.

The role requires strong business acumen, excellent communication, and a proven track record partnering with management to achieve targets. Hybrid work and occasional travel are expected.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HR Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years as an HR Business Partner.
• Strong knowledge of SA labor law and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior management to understand business needs and develop aligned HR strategies.
• Provide guidance on talent acquisition, performance management, succession planning, and employee development.
• Manage complex employee relations issues with fair policy application.
• Lead change management initiatives and support organizational design.
• Analyze HR data to identify trends and recommend proactive solutions.
• Develop HR programs to boost employee engagement and retention.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws in Nelspruit and surroundings.
• Facilitate communication between employees and management.
• Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Support workforce planning and talent pipeline development.

Skills

Strategic HR planning

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

HRIS

Talent management

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Master's degree in HR Management or related field

Tools

HRIS

Talent management systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to provide strategic HR support to key business units in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. You will advise leadership, drive HR initiatives, and shape talent management, employee relations, and change management to align with business goals.

The role requires strong business acumen, excellent communication, and a proven track record partnering with management to achieve targets. Hybrid work and occasional travel are expected.