Position Title: Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (3 months)
Role Purpose
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) will provide professional HR support during a period of organizational transition. This role requires a strong HR generalist with 5–8 years of experience in both operations and advisory, capable of effectively partnering with leadership, executing key HR deliverables, and ensuring full compliance with labour legislation and internal policies.
The HRBP will act as a trusted advisor to management and deliver across the full HR value chain.
1. Key Responsibilities
Management Advisory
- Partner with leadership to align HR deliverables with business priorities.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of HR strategy.
- Advise line managers on workforce planning, talent development, and people-related matters.
Operational Delivery
- Manage day-to-day HR functions including employee relations, recruitment, and performance management.
- Support onboarding and integration of new hires to ensure a smooth experience.
- Oversee HR administrative processes such as contracts, leave management, and payroll coordination.
- Ensure effective communication and enforcement of HR policies and procedures.
Employee Engagement & Development
- Lead initiatives to foster employee engagement, culture alignment, and retention.
- Support learning and development processes including performance reviews and skills development planning.
- Address workplace concerns proactively and support positive employee relations.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure HR compliance with applicable labour legislation (e.g. LRA and BCEA) and organizational standards.
- Manage disciplinary and grievance procedures in accordance with legal and internal frameworks.
- Provide policy guidance to mitigate HR-related risks.
2. Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or related field.
- 5–8 years of experience in an HR generalist or HRBP role within a corporate environment.
- In-depth knowledge of South African labour laws and HR best practices.
- Demonstrated experience in employee relations, talent management, and performance systems.
3. Skills & Competencies
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution abilities.
- Able to balance strategic guidance with operational hands-on delivery.
- Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with resilience under pressure.
- High levels of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
4. Key Deliverables
- Maintain continuity of HR operations and provide consistent support to managers and employees.
- Implement HR priorities aligned with business objectives.
- Ensure effective management of employee relations and HR administration.
- Deliver monthly HR status and progress reports.
