Head of HR

3 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Helen Wilson Recruitment Full time

Location: Northern Suburbs

Reports to: CEO

Type: Full-time, On-site position

AA/EE requirements: None

Salary: Above market related salary

Company and Role Overview:

Our client, a renowned luxury brand known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional customer experience, is looking to appoint a dynamic Head of HR to drive the company's people strategy, enhance employee engagement, and lead organisational development initiatives.

The Head of HR will play a pivotal role in shaping the organisational culture and ensuring that their talent management strategies align with the company's vision and growth prospects. We are seeking a seasoned professional who will be responsible for creating a high-performance culture through effective employee engagement practices, robust learning and development programs, and strategic change management.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Min Bachelor's Honours degree in Psychology, Industrial Psychology or Industrial Engineering
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in HR leadership roles, preferably within a smaller, entrepreneurial company
  • Proven track record in employee engagement, organizational development, and change management.
  • Strong understanding of talent management principles and best practices.
  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Leadership:

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive HR strategy that aligns with the company's objectives.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to identify HR needs and contribute to business planning.

Employee Engagement:

  • Design and execute initiatives to improve employee engagement and satisfaction.
  • Utilize data-driven approaches to assess and enhance employee experience.

Organizational Development:

  • Lead change management initiatives to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Identify organizational development needs and create tailored solutions.

Talent Management:

  • Oversee talent acquisition and retention strategies to attract top-tier candidates.
  • Develop and implement individual growth plans for employees, aligning with business goals.

Learning and Development:

  • Establish a robust learning and development framework to enhance employee skills and capabilities.
  • Promote a culture of learning through workshops, training sessions, and mentorship programs.

Performance Management:

  • Enhance performance management systems to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
  • Provide guidance and support to managers on performance-related matters.

HR Operations:

  • Oversee HR operational processes, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to employees and management on HR-related issues.

What our client offers:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package with performance bonus
  • Opportunity to work with a prestigious brand in the luxury sector.
  • Flexi Work hours (Performance driven culture)
  • A collaborative and dynamic work environment focused on growth and innovation.

If you have not received any feedback from us within 5 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.

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