Job Description

Human Capital Business Partner
Location: Johannesburg
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Human Capital Business Partner (HCBP) to play a critical role in driving people strategy and organisational performance. This role partners closely with executive leadership and line management to translate business objectives into effective human capital solutions.
The successful candidate will combine strong business acumen with deep human capital expertise, supporting talent management, organisational development, employee engagement, performance management, and workforce optimisation across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Human Capital Leadership
Partner with executives and line managers to understand business needs and deliver aligned people solutions
Use HR metrics, analytics, and insights to inform workforce planning and decision-making
Support organisational design, culture development, and change management initiatives
Coach and influence leaders to make effective, risk-aware people decisions
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies for critical and high-impact roles
Partner with leaders on workforce planning and succession planning
Oversee end-to-end recruitment for key positions, ensuring a positive candidate experience
Equip line managers with best-practice recruitment and sourcing techniques
Human Capital Processes & Systems
Oversee HR systems and ensure data integrity across the employee lifecycle
Review, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures in line with legislation and best practice
Optimise onboarding, employee lifecycle, and offboarding processes
Leverage AI and digital tools to enhance HR reporting and efficiency
Employee Engagement & Organisational Culture
Drive employee engagement initiatives and action plans
Develop and analyse employee surveys and feedback mechanisms
Lead recognition, reward, and performance incentive initiatives
Support a values-driven, inclusive, and high-performance culture
Learning & Development
Design and implement leadership and talent development strategies
Oversee training initiatives to address skills gaps and career development
Support succession planning and leadership pipeline development
Promote a culture of continuous learning and development
Performance, Rewards & Benefits
Oversee performance management cycles and support managers in goal-setting and feedback
Advise on compensation and benefits strategies and benchmarking
Manage relationships with pension fund and medical aid providers
Ensure compliant administration of employee benefits
Wellness, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
Lead employee wellness initiatives supporting physical, mental, and emotional well-being
Drive DEI strategies embedded across recruitment, development, and leadership practices
Promote equity and address systemic barriers to inclusion
Compliance, Reporting & Employee Relations
Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation and HR governance standards
Manage employee relations matters, providing guidance and mediation where required
Prepare HR reports, track metrics, and manage HC-related risks
Monitor budgets, procurement processes, and service provider SLAs
Digital Transformation & Sustainability
Support organisational transformation through data-driven insights and digital tools
Identify efficiency and cost-optimisation opportunities
Embrace AI-driven tools and automation to enhance HR service delivery
Contribute to sustainability and risk management initiatives
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Social Sciences, or related field (Essential)
Postgraduate qualification (Honours/Diploma) in HR, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or similar
Professional registration with HPCSA, SABPP, or a related body (Essential)
Experience
7-10 years' experience in Human Resources
Minimum of 5 years in a strategic HR Business Partner or senior HR role
Proven experience partnering with senior leadership
Strong background in talent acquisition, workforce planning, performance management, and rewards
Experience leading DEI and organisational culture initiatives
Knowledge & Skills
Sound knowledge of South African labour legislation
Expertise in HR systems, policies, and analytics
Understanding of Learning & Development, Skills Development, BBBEE, POPIA, and employee wellness frameworks
Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing, and change management skills.

Skills Required