461 Hr Business Partner jobs in South Africa

Responsibilities

• Provide expert HR guidance and strategic partnering to align people’s practices with organisational objectives.
• Oversee, lead and drive Employment Equity compliance within the region by implementing affirmative action measures, workforce transformation initiatives, and recruitment practices that align with EE targets and demographic requirements.
• Lead and facilitate positive employee relations by advising managers on labour matters, promoting dispute prevention, resolving grievances within agreed timelines, and ensuring fair, consistent application of labour laws and company policies.
• Lead and guide change management and cultural transformation by embedding organisational initiatives at the region and executing regional action plans on time.
• Oversee and apply compensation and benefits principles by ensuring payroll input accuracy, resolving queries effectively, conducting pay and equity audits, and guiding employees in understanding reward structures and benefits.
• Manage and oversee employee movement and separation processes, including transfers, promotions, and exits, ensuring policy and legal compliance.
• Oversee and optimise HR processes by ensuring compliance with policies and systems, driving employee engagement.
• Oversee recruitment in the region by ensuring timely filling of vacancies, building sustainable talent pipelines, and supporting diversity and inclusion goals.
• Builds and manages strong internal and external stakeholder relationships by promoting HR services, participating actively in forums and consultations, addressing stakeholder concerns within agreed timeframes, and fostering collaborative partnerships.
• Lead and drive employee engagement initiatives that strengthen morale and inclusivity.
• Oversee learning and development delivery in the business unit by coordinating upskilling sessions, educating employees on policies and procedures, and building workforce capability in line with the plan.
• Compile and present accurate and timely reports and workforce dashboards, submitting monthly HR reports as scheduled, implementing identified improvements, and providing actionable insights to support evidence-based management decisions.

My client, nationally established group of companies, is looking to employ an HR Business Partner to join their team with 5 – 7 year’s work experience in an HR environment.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree (with HR as a major) and will work closely with operational leadership teams.

Responsibilities:
Human Resources:

• Partner with operational business units to understand strategic objectives and align HR delivery accordingly.
• Manage the full HR lifecycle
• Talent acquisition and recruitment aligned with operational workforce plans.
• On-boarding and induction processes to ensure early employee engagement.
• Facilitation of off-boarding processes, including exit interviews and analysis to inform retention strategies.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, including disciplinary procedures, grievances, incapacity cases, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and compliance with applicable labour legislation.
• Support succession planning and talent management initiatives to build operational leadership capacity.
• Monitor, report, and analyse key HR metrics and trends to support strategic decision-making.
• Lead or contribute to change management and organisational development initiatives.
• Act as an advisor to operational leadership, promoting sound people management.
• Ensure HR compliance and governance through effective documentation, audits, and statutory reporting.

• Update salary list, schedule and payroll for new employees, resignations, on a monthly/weekly basis.
• Perform fortnightly/monthly payroll processes such as updating reports, checking and reconciling.
• Accurate and timeous submission of payroll reconciliations, queries and reports to the Group FM for payments and reporting purposes.
• Process and facilitate annual increase and bonus payments.
• Process other financial compensations or deductions.
• Handle payroll related queries (SARS queries, leave and salary administration queries etc.).
• Leave management.
• SARS EMP501 bi-annual and annual submissions.
• Maintaining accurate payroll and employee records by ensuring all documents are filed timeously.
• Pension fund, provident fund and medical insurance schedule administration.
• Quarterly STATSSA reporting.

• Human Resources:
  • Partner with operational business units to understand strategic objectives and align HR delivery accordingly.
  • Manage the full HR lifecycle, including but not limited to:
    • Talent acquisition and recruitment aligned with operational workforce plans.
    • Seamless onboarding and induction processes to ensure early employee engagement.
    • Facilitation of offboarding processes, including exit interviews and analysis to inform retention strategies.
  • Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, including disciplinary procedures, grievances, incapacity cases, and conflict resolution.
  • Ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and compliance with applicable labour legislation.
  • Support succession planning and talent management initiatives to build operational leadership capacity. Monitor, report, and analyse key HR metrics and trends tosupport strategic decision-making.
  • Lead or contribute to change management and organisational development initiatives.

• Payroll:
  • Update salary list, schedule and payroll for new employees, resignations, on a monthly/weekly basis.
  • Perform fortnightly/monthly payroll processes such as updating reports, checking and reconciling.
  • Accurate and timeous submission of payroll reconciliations, queries and reports to the Group Financial Manager for payments and reporting purposes. Process and
  • facilitate annual increase and bonus payments.
  • Process other financial compensations or deductions (casuals, staff loans, commissions etc.).
  • Handle payroll related queries (SARS queries, leave and salary administration queries etc.).

• Bachelor’s Degree in, Human Resources Management, Industrial and Organisational Psychology or Business Administration (with HR as a major)
• 5 – 7+ Years work experience in an HR environment
• Relevant legislation i.e. BCEA
  • Labour Relations Act
  • Employment Equity Act
  • Workman’s Compensation Act
  • Skills Development Act

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Human Resources:
  • Partner with operational business units to understand strategic objectives and align HR delivery accordingly.
  • Manage the full HR lifecycle, including but not limited to:
    • Talent acquisition and recruitment aligned with operational workforce plans.
    • Seamless onboarding and induction processes to ensure early employee engagement.
    • Facilitation of offboarding processes, including exit interviews and analysis to inform retention strategies.
  • Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, including disciplinary procedures, grievances, incapacity cases, and conflict resolution.
  • Ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and compliance with applicable labour legislation.
  • Support succession planning and talent management initiatives to build operational leadership capacity. Monitor, report, and analyse key HR metrics and trends to
    support strategic decision-making.
  • Lead or contribute to change management and organisational development initiatives.

• Payroll:
  • Update salary list, schedule and payroll for new employees, resignations, on a monthly/weekly basis.
  • Perform fortnightly/monthly payroll processes such as updating reports, checking and reconciling.
  • Accurate and timeous submission of payroll reconciliations, queries and reports to the Group Financial Manager for payments and reporting purposes. Process and
  • facilitate annual increase and bonus payments.
  • Process other financial compensations or deductions (casuals, staff loans, commissions etc.).
  • Handle payroll related queries (SARS queries, leave and salary administration queries etc.).

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in, Human Resources Management, Industrial and Organisational Psychology or Business Administration (with HR as a major)
• 5 – 7+ Years work experience in an HR environment
• Relevant legislation i.e. BCEA
  • Labour Relations Act
  • Employment Equity Act
  • Workman’s Compensation Act
  • Skills Development Act

Overview

Location: Berlin

Primary Purpose of the Role: The HR Business Partner will support management by driving key people practices, including personnel administration, manpower planning, recruitment, industrial relations, performance management, training and development, succession planning, and employee wellness initiatives.

• Oversee and coordinate personnel administration processes.
• Facilitate employee onboarding, induction, and exit interviews.
• Manage performance appraisal processes.
• Handle IR matters, including disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Administer death and disability processes.
• Assess and facilitate training aligned with company needs.
• Lead HR-related projects and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
• Conduct HR-related audits and provide actionable feedback to management.
• Implement benchmarking and best practice initiatives.

• Strong knowledge of labour legislation: BCEA, EE, BBBEE, LRA, and Skills Development.
• Recruitment and selection expertise.
• Performance management processes.
• Experience conducting disciplinary and grievance hearings, and handling CCMA/DRC referrals.
• Training and development (needs analysis, planning, facilitation, and implementation).
• Succession planning.
• Proficiency in HR management software (Sage 300).
• Strong focus on employee wellness.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and counselling skills.
• Skilled in report and proposal writing.
• Advanced computer literacy (MS Office).
• Strong presentation, administrative, team building, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective negotiation and time management abilities.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management (preferred).
• Advanced MS Office proficiency.
• Proficiency in Sage HR modules: People 300, Job Profile, Personnel Management, Employment Equity, and Performance Management.
• Minimum 5 years’ HR experience.

Overview

HR Business Partner required for an automotive company based in East London

To assist Management with Personnel Administration, Manpower Planning and Recruitment Practices, Facilitating IR (Disciplinary and Grievances), Performance evaluation, Skills Analysis, Facilitation of Training and Succession planning.

• B Degree Human Resource Management preferable
• Advance MS Office
• Sage People 300
• Sage Job Profile
• Sage Personnel Management
• Sage Employment Equity
• Sage Performance Management
• Min. 5 years HR experience

• Advance Legislation: BCEA; EE; BBBEE; LRA and Skills Development
• Recruitment and selection methods
• Performance Management
• Conducting of Disciplinary and Grievance hearings, Handling CCMA and DRC referrals
• Training and Development: Need analysis; Planning and Implementation (Facilitation)
• Succession planning
• HR management software (Sage 300)
• Employee wellness
• Communication and interpersonal
• Interviewing and counselling
• Report writing and, proposal writing
• Computer literacy with specific emphasis MS Office
• Presentation skills
• Administrative
• Team building and problem-solving skills
• Negotiation and Time management skills

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant role(s) that may arise.

Overview

Primary purpose of the job: To assist Management with Personnel Administration, Manpower Planning and Recruitment Practices, Facilitating IR (Disciplinary and Grievances), Performance evaluation, Skills Analysis, Facilitation of Training and Succession planning.

• Co-ordinate Personnel Administration
• Facilitate Induction process and Exit Interviews
• Performance Appraisals
• Facilitate IR Matters (Disciplinary and Grievances)
• Death and Disability Administration
• Facilitate and assess training as per company requirements
• HR related projects
• CSR Activities
• HR related audits
• Provide feedback to Management on all function
• Benchmarking and Best Practice Implementation

• Advance Legislation: BCEA; EE; BBBEE; LRA and Skills Development
• Recruitment and selection methods
• Performance Management
• Conducting of Disciplinary and Grievance hearings, Handling CCMA and DRC referrals
• Training and Development: Need analysis; Planning and Implementation (Facilitation)
• Succession planning
• HR management software (Sage 300)
• Employee wellness
• Communication and interpersonal
• Interviewing and counselling
• Report writing and, proposal writing
• Computer literacy with specific emphasis MS Office
• Presentation skills
• Administrative
• Team building and problem-solving skills
• Negotiation and Time management skills

• B Degree Human Resource Management preferable
• Advance MS Office
• Sage People 300
• Sage Job Profile
• Sage Personnel Management
• Sage Employment Equity
• Sage Performance Management
• Min. 5 years HR experience

Job Title: Junior HR Business Partner

Location: Kenya or South Africa,

Reports To: HR Director, Africa

Workplace Profile: Hybrid

Job Overview: The HR Business Partner is an enthusiastic, proactive, and solutions-driven professional who supports the alignment of HR strategies with business unit goals. This role assists in bridging the regional HR agenda with local business needs within specified business units, providing guidance to managers and employees, and ensuring the delivery of effective HR solutions. The role will support initiatives to enhance efficiency, standardize processes, and deliver quality HR services across our teams in Africa. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative approach, and a results-oriented mindset. Working within a complex, matrixed global organization, the HRBP will assist in local and regional HR initiatives, manage projects with guidance, and serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders. Success in this role requires the ability to support implementation and foster strong relationships at all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Partnership

• Assist in developing and executing HR initiatives that combine HR strategies with local business priorities.

• Participate in key people-related decisions, anticipating challenges and addressing people issues proactively.

• Provide HR knowledge and support to business projects and organizational initiatives.

• Support managers on key people processes, including performance management, team development, change management, and resource planning.

• Assist with HR data reporting, leveraging Excel skills and an analytical mindset to deliver insights and support data-driven decision-making.

HR Efficiency, Transformation, and Policy Alignment

• Support projects that drive HR efficiency, transformation, and process standardization across the businesses in Africa.

• Ensure HR services, policies, and systems are practical, relevant, and aligned with business needs and compliance requirements in African countries.

• Work collaboratively with HR colleagues to develop and refine policies and introduce innovative ways of working.

• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence (CoEs) and Shared Service Centers on projects.

Regional Wellbeing Plan

• Assist in designing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive regional Wellbeing Plan for Africa, addressing physical, emotional, financial, and workplace wellbeing needs.

• Leverage insights from employee feedback, surveys, and HR metrics to continuously refine and enhance wellbeing initiatives.

Performance and Capability Development

• Provide coaching and advice to managers on organizational effectiveness, team dynamics, and leadership development.

• Advise and support Business Managers on people-related processes, including performance management, team and personal development, career path planning, resource planning, and restructuring needs.

• Support managers in navigating organizational change, ensuring employee alignment and minimal disruption.

• Collaborate with managers to navigate change effectively, balancing empathy with a focus on results.

Compliance and Best Practices

• Act as a role model for the HR function, driving best practices and ensuring alignment across HR processes and policies, ethics, and compliance.

• Provide support in driving the BBBEE agenda, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and organizational goals.

• Contribute to new initiatives, sharing lessons learned from previous HR projects and interventions.

• Demonstrate knowledge of local labor laws, CCMA processes, and employee relations (ER) matters, ensuring compliance and effective resolution of workplace issues.

HR Metrics and Analytics

• Use HR KPIs and metrics to identify opportunities for improvement and develop clear, actionable plans to address them.

• Provide regular reports and analyses to senior management, highlighting trends and recommendations.

Employee Engagement and Communication

• Provide support on employee engagement initiatives to align staff interests with business objectives, leveraging insights from employee surveys to enhance engagement strategies.

• Ensure clear and effective HR communication, managing local employee engagement campaigns and aligning them with global HR messaging.

Project Management and Execution

• Drive HR projects with a focus on efficiency, transformation, and measurable results.

• Manage multiple priorities and deliverables effectively, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes.

• Use HR metrics and insights to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Skills:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Professional HR accreditation (e.g., SHRM, CIPD) is a plus.

Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in HR, with a blend of generalist and specialist roles.

• Knowledge of employment legislation and best practices.

• Experience in managing business change, process improvement, and HR transformation projects.

• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, good visual data representation skills.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Understanding of HR processes, organizational effectiveness, and employee engagement strategies.

• Coaching and counseling capabilities and stakeholder management abilities.

• Proficiency in HR data analytics, reporting, and PowerPoint presentations.

• Knowledge of local employment legislation (EE, BBBEE) and HR best practices.

• Verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire at all levels. Good presentation skills.

• High level of discretion, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

• Experience in designing and facilitating wellbeing programs and initiatives.

• Experience with performance management, leadership development, and change management.

• ER and Compliance Expertise: Knowledge of local labor laws, CCMA processes, ER matters, and the ability to resolve workplace issues effectively.

• Data and Analytics: Proficiency in Excel and an analytical mindset, with experience in managing data reporting and providing actionable insights.

• Matrix Navigation: Capability to work effectively within a global, matrixed organization, balancing multiple priorities and stakeholders.

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HR Business Partner position available in Cape Town.

Our client is shaking up the iGaming and Sports Betting scene across Africa — and they need a people expert who can match their pace.

They’re looking for a strategic, forward-thinking HR Business Partner who thrives in high-energy environments and can help them build and nurture a winning team culture.

This isn’t your average HR role. It’s your chance to influence real business outcomes, shape the future of a fast-growing organization, and be at the heart of an industry where innovation never sleeps.

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with leadership to drive a people strategy that powers business growth and innovation.
• Lead talent acquisition and performance management programs that attract, develop, and retain top-tier talent.
• Champion culture and engagement, ensuring employees feel inspired, supported, and set up for success.
• Provide insights from HR data and analytics to guide decision-making and optimize workforce planning.
• Act as a trusted advisor on employee relations, compliance, and organizational design.
• Develop leaders of tomorrow through coaching, training, and succession planning initiatives.

What Sets You Apart:

• Proven track record as an HR Business Partner or similar role in iGaming, tech, fintech, or other high-growth industries.
• Strong grasp of South African labour law and modern HR practices.
• Commercially savvy with the ability to turn business strategy into impactful people initiatives.
• Confident communicator who can influence at every level and isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo.
• Agile, hands-on, and ready to drive change in a fast-moving, results-driven environment.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Industrial Psychology, or related field (postgraduate qualification a plus).
• 5+ years’ experience in HR, with at least 2 years as a Business Partner.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and people analytics tools to inform smarter decisions.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Be part of a trailblazing brand shaping the future of iGaming and Sports Betting in Africa.
• Work alongside visionary leaders who value innovation, collaboration, and career growth.
• Enjoy competitive rewards, exciting projects, and the chance to make a real impact from day one.