Human Resources Business Partner

Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner (Financial Services)

Location: Waterfront, Cape Town

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: Market Related

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Organisational Psychology, Employment Law, Business Administration, or related fields.

Minimum of 5 years in an HR Generalist or Business Partner role, with global professional services/financial services industry experience preferred.

Comprehensive knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices, particularly within South Africa.

Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated project management expertise.

Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

HR Leadership: Work with the HR Team to develop HR plans that support business objectives, utilising analytics to inform decisions.

Talent Management: Support talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies.

Implement recruitment and development programs to foster a high-performance culture that attracts and retains critical talent.

Performance Management: Oversee a performance appraisal system that encourages high performance.

Manage complex employee relations and conflict resolution.

HR Operations: Administer HR operations across the employee lifecycle, optimising processes for efficiency.

Change Management: Direct change initiatives, ensuring effective stakeholder communication and engagement.

Policy Ownership: Review HR policies to reflect best practices and compliance with legal standards.

Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyse HR data for insights and decision-making.

Report on HR metrics, highlighting success and areas for growth.

Commercial Acumen: Align HR initiatives with business strategies for growth.

Statutory Compliance: Manage HR compliance with South African legal requirements, possessing solid experience in labour relations and employment standards.

Process Improvement: Ensure clear, impactful HR processes across the board, including recruitment, training and development, and business partnering.

Regularly review and enhance HR elements to improve efficiency and effectiveness.