Job Description

Human Resources Manager
Play a key role in shaping and supporting a growing retail innovation business.
Montague Gardens, Cape Town (on-site) | R30 000 - R35 000
About Our Client
Our client is a small, established South African business operating in the Retail Innovations space with a global footprint. The team is close-knit, practical, and focused on doing things properly. They are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to take ownership of the HR function and support the business as it continues to grow.
The Role: Human Resources Manager
The Human Resources Manager will take full responsibility for the HR function, ensuring compliance with South African labour legislation while providing practical, people-focused HR support to management and employees. This is a hands-on role suited to someone comfortable working independently within a small-business environment.
Key Responsibilities
Minimum 5 years HR generalist or HR management experience in a similar environment
Manage the full employee relations and disciplinary process, including receiving and investigating complaints
Compile, review, and issue verbal and written warnings in line with company policy and South African labour legislation
Chair disciplinary meetings and communicate outcomes
Liaise with external HR consultants or representatives on formal hearings and serious misconduct matters
Maintain accurate HR records, including digitisation and distribution of documentation
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and Key Performance Areas (KPAs)
Coordinate and manage performance review processes and support salary review processes (excluding Exco)
Oversee end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and training initiatives
Support payroll administration on PaySpace and manage leave, attendance, and related records
Act as the key point of contact for HR communication across the business
About You
Relevant qualification in Human Resources or a related field
Minimum of 5 years HR generalist or HR management experience
Sound working knowledge of South African labour legislation
Experience working in a small or medium-sized business environment
Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity
Experience managing CCMA matters (advantageous)
Payroll or HR systems experience (advantageous)

Skills Required