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HR Business Partner Jobs in Johannesburg, South Africa at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr
HR Business Partner (Johannesburg)
An exciting opportunity exists within our Human Resources Department for a dynamic and experienced HR Business Partner to join our Johannesburg office. Reporting to the relevant Head of HR, the successful candidate will play a key role in partnering with business leaders to deliver strategic and operational HR solutions that support organisational objectives, employee engagement, and business performance. The incumbent will be responsible for providing a comprehensive range of HR services to designated business units and will act as a trusted advisor to management, facilitating the effective implementation of HR initiatives, policies, and best practices.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Business Partnering
· Partner with business leaders to understand strategic priorities and deliver HR solutions aligned to business objectives.
· Build and maintain strong, credible relationships with stakeholders across the organisation through regular engagement and consultation.
· Collaborate closely with departmental leadership to proactively address employee relations matters, ensuring timely resolution and appropriate escalation where necessary.
· Provide guidance and support to managers on the effective application of HR policies, procedures, processes, and available HR tools.
· Act as a trusted advisor to management on workforce planning, organisational effectiveness, employee engagement, performance management, and change management initiatives.
· Monitor and interpret developments in HR trends, employment legislation, and industry best practices to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement.
· Support the implementation of HR strategies and initiatives that enhance organisational capability, employee experience, and business performance.
· Facilitate effective communication and change management processes to support organisational transformation and growth.
Recruitment and Retention
· Drive the execution of the firm’s talent management strategy, encompassing recruitment, retention, performance management, succession planning, and talent development initiatives.
· Attract, identify, and headhunt/source high-potential candidates who best meet the selection criteria, in line with the firm’s transformation needs.
· Define profiles in consultation with hiring manager, draft job specifications and any required advertising material.
· Source, attract, and engage high-calibre candidates through a variety of channels, including direct sourcing, networking, headhunting, employee referrals, and internal talent mobility initiatives.
· Develop comprehensive role profiles and job specifications in consultation with hiring managers, ensuring alignment with business requirements and organisational standards.
· Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including briefing recruitment agencies, co-ordinating advertising campaigns, screening candidates, facilitating interviews, and supporting selection decisions.
· Anticipate the organisation’s talent needs and build a pipeline of potential candidates by recruiting ahead of demand, with a strong focus on transformation.
· Support effective onboarding and integration of new employees through structured induction programmes and regular engagement during the initial employment period.
· Conduct informal check-in meetings with new hires and key stakeholders to ensure a positive employee experience and successful transition into the organisation.
· Monitor recruitment and retention metrics, providing insights and recommendations to improve talent acquisition effectiveness and employee retention outcomes.
· Facilitate probation review discussions with new hires and line managers to support successful integration and performance assessment.
· Implement buddy and mentorship programmes, where appropriate, to support onboarding, development, and employee integration.
Strategy implementation
· Contribute to the development and continuous enhancement of the firm’s Human Resources strategy, frameworks, and people practices to support organisational goals and long-term business success.
· Provide strategic HR guidance and insight on business decisions, organisational…
Title: HR Business Partner
Company: Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
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