16 Hr Business Partnering jobs in Cape Town

This iconic 349-room property in Bantry Bay is renowned for its luxury accommodation, friendly hospitality, and world-class facilities. With breathtaking views, a palm-lined infinity pool, top restaurants, and state-of-the-art events spaces, The President Hotel is one of Cape Towns most loved destinations and an exciting workplace where excellence meets opportunity.

Our leaders are passionate about our hotel, our guests, and our team. We are guest-centric, striving to deliver exceptional experiences while continuously improving. The team are authentic, work on a trust basis, and have a proven track record of delivering consistent growth.

We are seeking an experienced Hotel Human Resources Manager to join our executive leadership team. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this role will lead all HR functions to ensure a motivated, high-performing, and engaged workforce aligned with our strategic goals and values.

• 710 years HR experience, with at least 5 years in a large hotel or luxury hospitality environment (essential).

Hotel HR experience is vital as the role requires supporting a 24/7 operation with diverse departments such as Front Office, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, and Banqueting. It involves managing shift-based teams, high seasonal demand, variable working hours, and ensuring staffing levels and skills directly support exceptional guest service.
- Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labour law, recruitment, talent management, performance management, employee relations, and training & development.
- Proven ability to implement HR strategies that drive both employee engagement and operational success.
- Experience leading large, multicultural teams with credibility, professionalism, and emotional intelligence.
- Strong conflict resolution, coaching, and negotiation skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Deep understanding of the Cape Town hospitality labour market.
- Must hold a valid South African ID.

• Strategic HR Leadership Aligning HR with business needs.
• Talent Management Recruiting, developing, and retaining top talent.
• Employee Engagement Building an inclusive, motivating culture.
• Compliance Ensuring adherence to labour laws and policies.
• Stakeholder Engagement Building trusted relationships across all levels.

• Lead all HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, succession planning, and employee engagement.
• Partner with operational leaders to ensure their teams are supported, motivated, and aligned with the hotels values.
• Ensure full compliance with labour legislation and hospitality-specific HR requirements.
• Manage employee relations with professionalism and emotional intelligence.
• Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and HR reporting.
• Champion a culture of excellence that reflects our PVV.
• Drive leadership development and succession planning across departments.

• Competitive gross package with benefits.
• Medical aid contribution.
• Pension/provident fund contribution.
• Annual performance-based incentives.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role at one of Cape Towns most iconic hotels. If you are a proven hotel HR professional ready to shape the future of The President Hotel, wed love to hear from you.

Director of Human Resources – Luxury Hotel, Bantry Bay

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Human Resources to join a luxury hotel in Bantry Bay. This newly created executive role reports directly to the General Manager and will be responsible for shaping and implementing the hotel’s HR strategy, culture, and people development framework.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute the hotel’s human resources strategy in alignment with business objectives.

Lead all HR functions, including recruitment, talent management, employee engagement, performance management, and succession planning.

Shape and maintain a positive organisational culture that promotes high performance and employee satisfaction.

Drive transformation initiatives and ensure compliance with labour legislation and best practices.

Advise senior management on HR policies, organisational design, and workforce planning.

Implement programmes for leadership development, learning, and career progression.

Monitor HR metrics and provide regular reporting to support strategic decision-making.

Foster effective communication and collaboration across all departments.

Requirements:

Senior-level HR leadership experience within the hospitality sector.

Proven ability to align people strategy with business objectives.

Strong track record in driving employee engagement, performance, and organisational transformation.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.

Strategic thinker with the ability to lead change and build high-performing teams.

Strong knowledge of labour laws, HR best practices, and talent management principles.

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior HR professional to take on a pivotal executive role within a prestigious luxury hotel, driving people strategy and fostering a culture of excellence.

The President Hotel is entering an exciting phase of growth and transformation, and we are creating a senior, newly established role of Director of Human Resources. This is a unique opportunity for a visionary HR leader to define the strategic direction of the hotels people function and shape a high-performance culture across the organization.

Our purpose is simple yet powerful: to create and inspire memorable experiences.

Our vision: to become Cape Towns most loved hotel.

Our values Teamwork, Respect, Innovation, Accountability, Passion, and Integrity guide everything we do. We seek leaders who not only embody these values but also drive them throughout the hotel.

The Director of Human Resources will be the senior HR leader in the hotel, responsible for creating and executing organization-wide HR strategy. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will oversee an HR team, including an HR Manager, and ensure all people initiatives are aligned with the hotels strategic goals.

This role combines high-level strategic leadership with deep operational insight into hotel HR. You will partner with the executive team to drive initiatives that enhance employee engagement, talent development, and organizational performance, positioning The President Hotel as a top employer in luxury hospitality.

• 10+ years senior HR leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a large hotel or luxury hospitality environment (essential).

Hotel HR experience is critical as this role requires understanding the unique demands of a 24/7 luxury operation, multiple departments (Front Office, Housekeeping, F&B, Banqueting), shift-based teams, and high seasonal fluctuations. Success depends on aligning people strategy with guest experience, operational performance, and service excellence.
- Proven success in developing and executing HR strategy that drives organizational growth and operational effectiveness.
- Strong knowledge of labour law, HR compliance, and hospitality-specific practices.
- Demonstrated experience in building high-performing HR teams and coaching HR leaders (e.g., HR Managers).
- Expertise in organizational design, succession planning, leadership development, and change management.
- Strong strategic thinking, executive presence, and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Must hold a valid South African ID.

• Define and lead the hotels overarching HR strategy, aligning people initiatives with business objectives.
• Oversee the HR function, including HR Manager and HR team, ensuring operational delivery and strategic alignment.
• Drive initiatives around talent acquisition, leadership development, succession planning, and workforce planning.
• Champion a high-performance culture, embedding the hotels PVV (Purpose, Vision & Values) at all levels.
• Lead employee engagement, retention, and recognition programs.
• Ensure compliance with labour legislation, industry standards, and best practices.
• Provide strategic guidance to executive leadership on workforce planning, performance, and employee relations.
• Use HR analytics and reporting to inform decision-making and measure the impact of HR initiatives.

• Executive HR Leadership Influence and shape strategy at the senior management level.
• Organizational Development Build capability and succession pipelines across departments.
• Talent Strategy Attract, retain, and develop top hospitality talent.
• Culture & Engagement Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and inclusion.
• Use HR Analytics & Insights Leverage data to drive strategic decisions.

• Competitive gross package with benefits, commensurate with experience.
• Medical aid contribution.
• Pension/provident fund contribution.
• Performance-based incentives.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior strategic HR leadership role in one of Cape Towns most iconic hotels. If you are a proven hotel HR executive, ready to lead the organizations people strategy and mentor the HR team, we want to hear from you.

Finance Business partner oversees financial operations, managing budgets, and providing strategic financial guidance to ensure the organization's financial health and sustainability. Key Responsibilities Financial Management: Oversee the organization's finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards. Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development of financial strategies and long-term financial planning. Analyze financial data to support decision-making and identify growth opportunities. Team Leadership: Lead and manage the finance team, providing guidance and support to ensure effective delivery of financial services. This includes line management of finance officers and other support staff. Reporting and Analysis: Prepare and present financial reports to senior management and the board. Provide insights and recommendations based on financial performance and trends. Risk Management: Identify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. Ensure that the organization adheres to governance and compliance requirements. Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to support business development, funding applications, and project management. Act as a liaison between finance and operational teams. Process Improvement: Continuously assess and improve financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in financial management. Qualifications Education: A degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field is typically required. A professional qualification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is often preferred. Experience: Significant experience in finance management, preferably in a business or corporate environment. Experience in managing teams and projects is advantageous. Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, and proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel). Additional Information Reporting Structure: The Business Finance partner typically reports to the Regional Franchise Director. Work Environment: This role may involve working in an office setting, with occasional travel for meetings or project oversight.

An established and well-known construction company based in Ottery, has an excellent opportunity for an HR Manager to join their dynamic team. A seasoned individual with experience in the building industry that would ensure all day-to-day HR requirements are met. Minimum of 5 – 8 years' experience from a similar environment.

You will be responsible for but not limited to:

The candidate must be proficient in recruitment, onboarding / inductions, disciplinary management

Performance management an industrial relation management

Keep track of leave, employee illness, late employees

Act as the first point of contact for all personnel queries while directing serious cases to the higher management

Assist with registering new employees

Record and transcribe minutes from meetings and hearings

Assist with the induction & on-boarding process

Wide variety of other generalist HR, IR and payroll related administration

Be part of the onboarding sessions of new employees

General HR administrative assistance when needed

Be able to know how to compile written warnings

Know process of CCMA and be able to represent company

Know process of correct dismissal

Managing and participating in various HR projects and initiatives

Conduct a wide variety of routine HR administrative tasks

Ensure HR records are maintained and POPIA compliant

Align HR policies with BCEA, LRA, BIBC and EEA legislation

Coordinate wellness initiatives and performance appraisals

Support payroll with accurate HR inputs (50 employees)

Drive internal communication and employee engagement

Handle grievances, disciplinary processes, and hearings

Oversee training records, bursary tracking, and skills development reporting

Requirements:

Matric

Degree / B.Tech / National Diploma (Human Resource Management / Industrial Psychology)

Minimum 5 - 8 years' experience in a similar role from a building / construction industry

Knowledgeable in the BIBC (Building Industry Bargaining Council)

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) & VIP Payroll

Skills:

Good understanding of human resource principles

Provide a professional, functional and strong administrative support

Good relationship building skills

Excellent planning and organizational skills

Team player and deadline driven

Meticulous attention to detail

This position is available immediately.

Please apply with your most recent resume & supporting documents.

Please note should you not receive a response from us within 7 working days; kindly consider your application unsuccessful. We wish you all the best.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: R40 000,00 - R45 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

Multi Award Winning Nursery-Stodels is looking for a dynamic Human Resource Manager to partner with line management for the purpose of aligning HR initiatives with business goals and the company culture, to ensure the effective running of the HR Department and to ensure legal compliance. This position is based in the Head Office at Bellville.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and manage the full HR Function.
• Develop and implement HR strategies and policies that align with the company's culture and overall business objectives
• Champion the company culture and work to integrate it into daily operations, employee behavior, and organizational decisions.
• Provide expert professional advice to senior management and internal/external stakeholders in all areas of HR.
• Lead, guide, and develop the HR team to ensure effective and efficient delivery of HR services
• Oversee the performance review programme that supports continuous development for all employees.
• Monthly HR reporting
• Proactively assess HR needs, trends, and business priorities to formulate strategies that support the company's short-term and long-term goals.
• Provide insight into workforce analytics/metrics, helping leadership make data-driven decisions related to hiring, retention, performance, and overall employee satisfaction.
• Develop and lead initiatives that encourage employee feedback, including engagement surveys, staffing sessions and then act on the insights gained.
• Develop and implement staff on-boarding programmes.
• Ensure employee training requirements are well managed and monitored.
• Create training programmes for all new managers.
• Develop staff induction and other internal training course material.
• Oversee the recruitment strategy, ensuring the company attracts top-tier talent aligned with the company's values and goals.
• Lead change initiatives within the business.
• Oversee and sign off monthly payroll.
• Compiling salary increase and bonus calculations and schedules.
• Participating in salary increase discussions
• Managing leave rosters
• Oversee the IR and Disciplinary process.
• Represent the business in CCMA matters when needed.
• Compiling the annual WSP and ATR.
• Manage the Injury on duty portal
• Calculating and submitting Return of Earnings and ensuring that the company is compliant with COIDA.
• Conduct quarterly EE meetings.
• Compile and submit the Organisation's Employment Equity plan.
• Compile annual HR budget and monitoring compliance.
• Partner with Line Management to compile their annual staffing budgets.
• Management of the company's occupational health and safety requirements.
• Monitor adherence to internal policies and legal standards and ensure that HR practices comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures.
• Attend monthly Exco meetings and involvement in on-going exco projects
• Manage HR Administration
• Any ad-hoc duties which may be required by Management from time to time.

Requirements

• 3 year HR tertiary qualification (degree/diploma)
• 5 years HR generalist experience
• Excellent people-oriented skills, effective communication, and the ability to build relationships at all organizational levels
• Planning and Organising skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Self-starter and shows initiative
• Negotiation skills
• Working knowledge of HR processes, systems and Labour legislation
• PC literacy (Intermediate level MS office)
• Valid driver's licence and own transport – will travel to the various branches in Cape Town and Gauteng.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a valid drivers licence and your own transport?
• Please indicate your CTC salary expectation

Work Location: In person