Strategic People Partner

Capitec Bank; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Stellenbosch seeks a Strategic People Partner to shape the future of their people strategy. As a trusted advisor to senior leadership, you will drive transformation and influence culture. Candidates should have a relevant qualification, 5+ years in HR, and deep knowledge of HR systems and labour legislation. This role is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a strategic HR partner at senior management level.
• Proven HR generalist expertise within a similar environment.
• Deep knowledge of HR systems, governance, and labour legislation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with executives to design and implement people plans that unlock performance and potential.
• Lead strategic HR initiatives in collaboration with Centres of Excellence (CoEs).
• Champion transformation projects including DEI, employee experience, and organisational design.
• Provide expert guidance on talent acquisition, performance management, succession planning, and more.
• Drive solutions for complex people matters.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Relationship management

Influencing

Talent acquisition

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Commerce, or Industrial/Organisational Psychology

Postgraduate degree and professional registration with HPCSA

Job description

Job Title: Strategic People Partner

Job Location: Western Cape, Stellenbosch

Deadline: August 25, 2025

Main Purpose

Join us as a Strategic People Partner in Stellenbosch. Are you ready to shape the future of people strategy in a dynamic, purpose-driven organization? We’re looking for a visionary Strategic People Partner to join our team in Stellenbosch, where innovation meets impact.

As a trusted advisor to senior leadership, you’ll co-create and deliver bespoke people strategies that inspire, empower, and elevate our workforce. This is your opportunity to drive transformation, influence culture, and lead change across diverse business units.

What You’ll Do

1. Partner with executives to design and implement people plans that unlock performance and potential.
2. Lead strategic HR initiatives in collaboration with Centres of Excellence (CoEs).
3. Champion transformation projects including DEI, employee experience, and organisational design.
4. Provide expert guidance on talent acquisition, performance management, succession planning, and more.
5. Be the go-to consultant for complex people matters, driving solutions that make a real difference.

What You Bring

1. A relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Commerce, or Industrial / Organisational Psychology.
2. Ideally, a postgraduate degree and professional registration with HPCSA.
3. 5+ years’ experience as a strategic HR partner at senior management level. Proven HR generalist expertise within a similar environment.
4. Deep knowledge of HR systems, governance, and labour legislation.
5. Exceptional skills and proven delivery in strategic thinking, relationship management, and influencing.