Strategic People Leader — Tech, Engineering & Digital

Boardroom Appointments; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1 800 000 - 2 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy in Cape Town seeks a General Manager: HR to provide strategic HR leadership across technology, engineering, and digital domains. The role involves managing talent acquisition, driving employee relations, and ensuring compliance with South African labour law. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in HR and at least 8 years in senior HR roles within relevant environments. Strong strategies for inclusion and capability building are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in a senior HR leadership role, preferably within IT, engineering, or digital environments.
• Proven experience partnering with senior leadership in complex organisations.
• Solid understanding of HR practices and labour legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR leadership to technology and digital teams.
• Align people strategy with business objectives.
• Lead change management initiatives for digital transformation.

Skills

HR practices within IT, engineering, and digital ecosystems

South African labour legislation knowledge

Stakeholder management

Data-driven approach with HR metrics

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field

Postgraduate qualification (Honours / Masters / MBA)

Job description

A leading HR consultancy in Cape Town seeks a General Manager: HR to provide strategic HR leadership across technology, engineering, and digital domains. The role involves managing talent acquisition, driving employee relations, and ensuring compliance with South African labour law. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in HR and at least 8 years in senior HR roles within relevant environments. Strong strategies for inclusion and capability building are essential.