Transformation Analyst

Maersk; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk seeks a Transformation Analyst (12-month fixed-term) to support BBBEE and workforce transformation. Based in Cape Town, you will drive data-led compliance, audits, and strategic initiatives to strengthen transformation outcomes and regulatory alignment.

You will partner with People Operations, Payroll, Finance and Legal to embed BBBEE in business processes, deliver reports, trainings and change management across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Degree in HR/BA/Finance/Law or related field.
• 5+ years BBBEE compliance or HR transformation experience.
• Experience supporting BBBEE audits and scorecard management.
• Experience in multinational or matrix organisations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Data interpretation, dashboard reporting and trend analysis.
• Audit preparation and document management.
• Report writing and presentation development.
• Excellent planning, organisation and administrative skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Monitor BBBEE compliance, codes, reporting and sector requirements.
• Conduct internal audits to assess compliance and identify improvements.
• Prepare BBBEE compliance reports for regulators as required.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop BBBEE strategies.
• Analyse current initiatives and recommend enhancements for empowerment and transformation.
• Collect, analyse, and interpret data on employment equity, ownership, skills development, and enterprise development.
• Produce reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Work with People Ops, Payroll, Finance & Legal to integrate BBBEE into processes.
• Engage with government agencies, industry associations and BBBEE verification bodies.
• Develop and deliver awareness sessions and guidance materials for managers and employees.
• Provide administrative support for audits, inspections, and employee programs.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Audit preparation

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/BA/Finance/Law

Job description

Transformation Analyst (JL3) 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Maersk is seeking a highly analytical and driven Transformation Analyst to support and advance our BBBEE and Transformation agenda. This role will be responsible for ensuring compliance with BBBEE legislation, supporting verification audits, providing insightful data analysis and reporting, and driving transformation initiatives that contribute to sustainable business growth and regulatory compliance.

Based in Cape Town, this role offers the opportunity to partner with stakeholders across the business and play a key role in strengthening Maersk's transformation strategy.

WHAT WE OFFER:

When you join Maersk, you’ll find that the world is your workplace. You’ll work in a culturally diverse, stimulating environment, surrounded by new ideas and different ways of doing things. We believe in individual performance within highly professional teams supported by our distinctive values. To us teamwork means acceptance, respect, dedication, and the idea that we can achieve more when we all pull together.

Living our values means competing in the marketplace in an ethical way so our name is synonymous with being a credible and valuable business partner. Through Constant Care and Humbleness, we strive to prepare for the future, while never forgetting that our customers and competitors are key to our ability to improve. In our daily work Uprightness and Our Employees mean that transparency and accountability in everything we do go hand in hand with being an inspiring, challenging place to work. At Maersk, we take pride in hiring the best person for the job – irrespective of gender, age, nationality, or religious belief.

Key Responsibilities:

Compliance & Auditing
Monitor and ensure ongoing adherence to BBBEE legislation, codes, reporting and sector specific requirements.
Conduct regular internal audits to assess compliance and identify improvement areas.
Prepare and submit BBBEE compliance reports to regulatory authorities as required.

Strategy & Transformation
Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement BBBEE strategies aligned with organisational goals.
Analyse current initiatives and recommend enhancements to promote economic empowerment and transformation.
Stay updated on industry trends, sector codes, and best practices.

Data Analysis & Reporting Collect, analyse, and interpret data on employment equity, ownership, skills development, and enterprise development.
Identify trends, patterns, and opportunities to inform decision-making.
Produce comprehensive reports and presentations for stakeholders.

Stakeholder Engagement
Work with internal teams (People Operations, Payroll, Finance & Legal) to integrate BBBEE into business processes.
Build relationships with external bodies such as government agencies, industry associations, and BBBEE verification agencies.

Training, Awareness & Change Management
Promote awareness of BBBEE, Employment Equity and transformation objectives across the organization.
Develop and deliver awareness sessions and guidance materials for managers and employees.
Support initiatives that foster diversity, inclusion and equitable workplace practices.
Assist in driving transformation-related communication campaigns and engagement activities.

Administrative & Learning Support
Maintain accurate personnel and training records in accordance with company policies and compliance requirements.
Provide administrative support for audits, inspections, employee programs and People-related projects.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Law or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in BBBEE compliance, transformation, Employment Equity, HR Compliance or a related role.
• Experience supporting BBBEE verification audits and scorecard management.
• Experience within a multinational or matrix organisation.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Data interpretation, dashboard reporting and trend analysis.
• Audit preparation and document management.
• Report writing and presentation development.
• Excellent planning, organisation and administrative skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.