Head of HR

Reference: 9895 AV
Consultant: Anneke Viviers 

Job Description: 

  • Recruitment, Selection, and Onboarding
  • Lead the full recruitment lifecycle from job postings through onboarding, ensuring the attraction of high-quality talent.
  • Develop innovative recruitment strategies to meet the company’s staffing needs and nurture relationships with external recruitment agencies.
  • Ensure a seamless onboarding experience for all new employees.
  • Employee Relations & Wellness
  • Manage and resolve employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievances.
  • Provide expert guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, labour law, and best practices.
  • Promote a healthy work environment by driving employee engagement and wellness initiatives.
  • Reports and Compliance
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual HR reports, presenting key HR metrics such as headcount and turnover.
  • Ensure compliance with local employment laws and regulations, and provide accurate reporting to Head Office.
  • Payroll & Benefits Administration
  • Support payroll processing, timekeeping, and manage employee benefits enrollment.
  • Facilitate the distribution of benefit updates and communicate any changes effectively.
  • Training & Development
  • Coordinate and schedule training programs, workshops, and development initiatives, ensuring employees have access to continuous learning.
  • Maintain training records and assist with reporting for compliance (WSP/ATR and EE reports).
  • Office Management
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Receptionist/Office Administrator to ensure office efficiency.

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field is required; an Honours Degree is highly advantageous.
  • Minimum of 8+ years in a HR Managerial role, with a strong track record of HR leadership.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
  • Strong ability to interpret and use HR data and metrics to drive informed decisions.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle

How to Apply: 

  • Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za. 
  • If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system. 
  • We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice. 
  • Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful. 
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