Job Description

Human Capital Manager Property Development Company Based in Midrand
Reporting to: CEO
Location: Midrand
Sector: Professional Services | Fast-paced, high-impact environment
ALL CANDIDATES APPLYING MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH EXCO BOARD MEMBERS AND SENIOR MANAGEMENT TEAMS. THIS IS A SENIOR ROLE AND PART OF THE EXCO TEAM FOR THE COMPANY!
About the Role
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for people and performance? Our client, a leader in their sector, is on the hunt for a dynamic Human Capital Manager to drive their people agenda and ensure alignment between business growth and human potential.
In this pivotal role, you'll shape culture, build capacity, and oversee the full HR value chain - from attracting top talent and managing performance to ensuring compliance, wellness, equity, and development. This is a true strategic partner role, ideal for someone who thrives on variety, autonomy, and impact.
What You'll Be Doing
? Strategic Business Partner

• Collaborate directly with the CEO and management to align HR initiatives with business objectives.
• Be the internal advisor on all people matters - from organisational design to change management.

? Culture & Engagement Champion

• Champion employee morale and motivation across teams.
• Design wellness, reward, and recognition strategies that foster a thriving workplace.

? Talent Acquisition & Development Guru

• Lead full-cycle recruitment - identifying, attracting, and onboarding the right talent.
• Drive performance management and learning initiatives that develop high-potential employees.

?? Compliance & Governance Leader

• Keep the business compliant with labour laws (BCEA, LRA, OHS, EE, COIDA, POPIA, etc.).
• Lead policy development, implementation, and continuous updates across all HR functions.

? People Analytics & Operational Efficiency Driver

• Monitor leave, benefits, claims, and compensation practices, ensuring fairness and sustainability.
• Use HR data to inform strategy and ensure effective delivery of HR services.

? Transformation and Skills Leader

• Develop and drive the Employment Equity and Skills Development strategies.
• Work closely with the finance team to manage BBBEE compliance and audit readiness.

? Crisis Navigator

• Handle industrial relations, strikes, disciplinary processes, retrenchments, and grievances with empathy and legal precision.

? Office Operations Oversight

• Oversee facilities, admin, and travel management to ensure the office runs like a well-oiled machine.

What We're Looking For
? A proactive, confident, and adaptable HR leader
? A minimum of 5-8 years in a senior HR role, preferably with generalist and strategic exposure
? In-depth knowledge of South African HR legislation and best practice
? A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources (or similar)
? Solid experience in organisational development, EE/SD/BEE planning, and compliance
? Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills
? High EQ, resilience, and sound judgment under pressure
Why This Opportunity?

• Work with executive leadership and help shape a high-performance culture.
• Make a visible impact by building people capability in a fast-growing, people-centric business.
• Autonomy and ownership - you'll lead the full spectrum of HR and office ops.

Send CVs to: redlinerecruitmentcvs@gmail.com

Skills Required