Senior Manager: Employer Branding and Talent

1 month ago

Sandton, South Africa Absa Bank Limited Full time

Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together one story at a time.
- With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group. Job Summary

Job Description

Employer Branding Strategy:

- Develop and implement a comprehensive employer branding strategy that aligns with Absa’s business goals and values.
- Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to create compelling content that showcases Absa’s culture, values, and employee experiences.
- Utilize digital and social media platforms to enhance the visibility of Absa’s employer brand.

Talent Attraction and Acquisition:

- Partner with recruitment teams to design and execute innovative talent acquisition campaigns.
- Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for enhancing talent attraction strategies.
- Develop partnerships with universities, professional organizations, and industry groups to build a diverse talent pipeline.

Talent Management and Development:

- Design and implement talent management programs that support career development, succession planning, and leadership development.
- Collaborate with HC People partners to assess talent needs and create personalized development plans for high-potential employees.
- Drive initiatives that foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

Employee Engagement and Retention:

- Develop and implement initiatives that promote employee engagement and satisfaction.
- Conduct regular employee surveys and focus groups to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement.
- Implement recognition and reward programs that celebrate employee achievements and contributions.

Stakeholder Management:

- Provide regular feedback to Cluster Talent Acquisition Head, Cluster Head, and BU Leaders on Employer Branding & related Talent Acquisition and Talent Management Strategy progress.

Strategic Partnerships:

- Build and maintain relationships with external partners, such as recruitment agencies and universities.
- Source opportunities for strategic partnerships that build Absa’s brand and attracts top talent

Data Analytics and Reporting:

- Utilize data analytics to measure the effectiveness of employer branding and talent management initiatives.
- Provide regular reports and insights to senior leadership on key talent metrics and trends.
- Continuously assess and improve processes based on data-driven insights and industry best practices.

Minimum Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree and/or Advanced Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field and/or relevant experience
- A minimum of 7 years of experience in employer branding and talent acquisition, or talent management.
- Proven experience in developing and executing employer branding strategies.
- Strong understanding of talent acquisition and talent management best practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in using recruitment and HR software.

**Required Skills**:

- Strategic thinker with a proactive and innovative approach.
- Project management.
- Strong leadership and influencing skills.
- Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
- Creativity and innovation in employer branding.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and generate actionable insights.
- Relationship building and networking.
- Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships across the organization
- Passionate about creating a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
- Proficiency in social media and digital marketing.

Education

Bachelor's Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Human and Social Studies (required)
- Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised_

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