Job Description

Moving your career forward

Our CEO, Angus spotted that many vans on the roads are half full or empty at any given time and so AnyVan was born in 2009 to create the world's most efficient technology logistics platform and help halve the number of miles driven.


We've achieved incredible milestones since then, including securing the largest funding round for a UK tech logistics company from Vitruvian Partners. Today, AnyVan is the largest and fastest-growing company in the logistics space, with big ambitions for the future.


We're committed to moving that's miles better and have helped over 8 million customers across the UK, Ireland and Europe (France, Germany, Italy, Spain) and over 150,000 customers have rated us excellent on Trustpilot.


By using innovative technology, we're transforming the moving experience, cutting costs and doing our part for the planet to make sure moving doesn't cost the earth. We've saved enough miles to travel 1,185 times around the world, reduce 8520 tonnes of carbon annually and are proud to be the only carbon neutral removals and delivery company in the UK!!!


We're looking for passionate individuals to join our talented team of approx. 300 AnyVanners in our London and Cape Town offices. If you're as driven as we are and want to be part of a forward-thinking company to make moving 'miles better' and moving your career forward at the same time - we'd love to hear from you!











At

AnyVan

, we're reshaping the future of logistics. Our environment is

fast-paced, ambitious, and rooted in ownership

. This isn't your typical HR role -- we're building something meaningful, and our people are at the heart of it.


That means this job isn't easy. It's intense, hands-on, and demands hustle. If you're after comfort and predictability, this might not be the place for you. But if you're driven by impact, thrive on solving real problems, and want to lead with purpose -- we'd love to hear from you.

The Team and Scope

You'll join a

small, agile people team

(2 in HR, 3 in Talent) supporting a

global workforce of 300

, with the majority based in

Cape Town

, and teams in

London and Colombia

.

You'll work closely with leaders across all levels of the business, providing hands-on HR support and strategic guidance.


Initially, there will be a strong focus on

People Operations

and

Employee Relations (ER/IR)

-- ensuring our foundations are solid, scalable, and compliant. You'll need to be

analytical, legally savvy

, and able to apply

pragmatic solutions

to complex situations.

What you'll be doing:

Own the employee journey

, from onboarding to offboarding and everything in between across our current and future locations. Be the

go-to HR expert

across a range of issues: absence management, performance, grievances, disciplinaries, and CCMA/tribunals. You'll provide guidance and support with a focus on practical, business-aligned solutions that are resolved quickly with minimal business risk.

Support managers

who are at varying stages of their leadership journey, helping them drive strong performance and build high-functioning teams. Ensure full

compliance with South African regulations

, including BBBEE, payroll, benefits, and employment law. Oversee and support the

People Operations Manager

- ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant delivery of payroll, benefits, and HR admin and that we have the right processes and systems in place to be fully compliant and able to scale.

Stay on top of the numbers,

digging into key business metrics, pulling together useful reports, spotting trends, and sharing insights that help the business make better decisions. Collaborate across teams to

streamline and automate processes

, driving continuous improvement in how we work. Lead and support

HR projects

as needed -- e.g., supporting international expansion by setting up compliant policies, contracts, and infrastructure in new markets.

What we think you'll need to be successful in the role;

Proven, hands-on HR experience in high-growth, fast-moving environments. You'll be used to working in small, highly visible teams with lots of accountability and rolling up your sleeves and delivering good results quickly. Strong HR business partnering background, with extensive experience in ER/IR (including CCMA) and BBBEE. Excellent working knowledge of South African labour law and how to apply it in a commercial, pragmatic way. A willingness and capability to pick up labour law quickly in the UK and new territories. Familiarity with HR systems and tools, with a passion for automation, reporting, and improving user experience. Solution-focused and action-oriented, you know how to deliver meaningful, high-impact work at pace, without getting bogged down. Great communicator, able to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, whether you're speaking with senior leaders or front-line teams. Commercially minded, you enjoy backing things up with the numbers. You understand key people and culture metrics and, importantly, how to measure and interpret them to support the business. Exceptional attention to detail, plus the ability to juggle multiple priorities and stay organised in a busy, fast-changing environment. A professional approach, you understand the value of leading by example. Our Ability to commute to our Cape Town CBD office 3-5 days a week.

Bonus points for:

Exposure to UK and European employment law Experience with Sage Payroll (SA) and PayFit (UK) Familiarity with BambooHR

Why you'll love working here

At AnyVan, you'll join a passionate, driven team that's scaling at pace. We're informal but professional, ambitious but human, and we believe in working hard while having fun along the way. You'll have the chance to make a real impact, own meaningful work, and help shape the future of our HR function as we continue to grow across borders.

Perks of the job:

A highly competitive salary that reflects your value

Take a Break:

20 days of holiday plus public holidays and Christmas Eve on us

Keeping you healthy:

ZAR1,000 per month towards medical aid with Momentum or Discovery

Prepare for the future:

Pension Fund with 5% employee and 5% employer contributions

Travel

: We've got your evening commute covered with transport home after 7pm, car park space if you drive and showers and towels if you cycle

Keeping you refreshed:

Enjoy an in-house barista and free fruit every day

Social Scene:

Thursday and Friday drinks, and regular social activities

Celebrating Success:

1/4 performance awards with prizes and an annual performance awards - last years winner enjoyed a 4 day all expenses paid trip to the French alps!

Skills Booster:

Opportunity to join a disruptive Technology Leader and be part of a fast-growing, innovative company reshaping the industry

Our company values are:

Have fun, get it done

(work hard play hard, satisfaction in results, do the right thing)

Progress over perfection

(Innovate and disrupt, Curious and adaptable, Work quick, learn quicker)

One team thinking big

(Collaborate and communicate, Celebrate wins , Embrace challenges)

DE&I

We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where every voice is heard, every perspective is valued, and every individual has the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to be part of our mission and contribute to our vibrant culture.