Business Hr Partner jobs in South Africa

Job title: HR Business Partner

Job Location: Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline: December 21,

Overall, the purpose of the Inland HRBP role is to facilitate the achievement of organizational objectives through effective HR practices, talent management, employee engagement, and strategic partnership with business leaders.

By aligning HR initiatives with business priorities and fostering a positive work environment, HRBPs contribute to the overall success and sustainability of the organization.

Partner with senior leadership to understand business objectives and develop HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Translate business strategies into actionable HR initiatives and programs.

Serve as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries, concerns, and conflict resolution.

Conduct investigations into employee complaints, grievances, or misconduct allegations.

Develop and maintain the HR function's response and recovery plan during a disruptive incident, using the tools and templates provided by the business.

Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies in line with the Employment Equity plan.

Oversee the recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, and selection of candidates.

Ensure compliance with local employment laws and regulations.

Collect and analyze HR metrics to assess the effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives.

Develop and implement initiatives to promote employee engagement, morale, and retention.

Conduct employee surveys or focus groups to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement.

Build strong relationships with business leaders and department heads to understand their needs and priorities.

Serve as a strategic advisor to management on HR-related matters, providing guidance and support to achieve business objectives.

A bachelor's degree in human resources management, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.

An honours or post-graduate degree is advantageous.

Minimum of 5 years of relevant HR working experience, preferably in the logistics and shipping industry with a focus on industrial relations.

1 or more years team management experience.

Progressive experience in human resources, with a focus on HR business partnering, employee relations, talent management, or organizational development.

Previous experience in a strategic HR role, working closely with senior leadership and business stakeholders, is highly desirable.

Professional certifications such as PHR (Professional in Human Resources), or SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources).

Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex issues, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions.

Strong decision-making skills, with the ability to make sound judgments and prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment.

Managed HR function of a staff compliment of or more employees.

Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with other departments and teams to achieve common goals and objectives.

Proven track record of building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including senior leadership, managers, and employees.

Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct, confidentiality, and professionalism in all HR-related activities and interactions.

Experience in developing and implementing HR strategies that drive business results and improve organizational effectiveness.

Proficiency in HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) and other HR-related software tools for data management and reporting.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization.

Play a main role in making decisions.