Location: Bryanston, Johannesburg
Position Type: Permanent
Salary: Market Related

We are seeking a hands-on HR Manager who will take ownership of all HR activities within the business. This role requires a proactive individual who is comfortable working both strategically and operationally. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and delivering the full spectrum of human resources activities, including HR strategy, employee relations, compliance, performance management, and HR administration. This role plays a key part in supporting our leadership team, ensuring legal compliance, and fostering a positive, high-performance culture across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures aligned with our business needs
Act as a trusted advisor to management on all HR-related matters
Manage the full employee lifecycle from onboarding through to exit
Handle all disciplinary processes, grievances, and employee relations matters
Represent the company at the CCMA where required
Ensure fair and consistent application of labour practices
Ensure full compliance with South African labour legislation
Maintain up-to-date HR policies and employment documentation
Provide guidance to management on legal and compliance matters
Drive and manage the performance management process
Identify training and development needs within the business
Support retention and succession planning initiatives
Oversee payroll processes in conjunction with internal or external providers
Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems
Promote a positive and productive workplace culture
Drive employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives

Requirements

Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field
5 years’ generalist HR experience, in a Senior role
Proven experience managing disciplinaries, grievances, and CCMA processes
Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation
Experience working within a global or multinational organisation

Our client is an equal opportunity employer