Cape Town: Senior Human Resource Business Partner posted by Palesa Mbali Group
Posted on 2025-09-21 00:00:00
| Employer | Palesa Mbali Group |
|---|---|
| Category | Other IT/Computer |
| Location | Western Cape / Cape Town |
Job Summary
Purpose of the Role
The Senior Human Resources Business Partner will be responsible for translating group and functional strategy into actionable human capital solutions. This includes partnering with business leaders to ensure that people-related strategies and practices support organisational goals, and driving impactful change through the full human capital value chain.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Leadership
- Partner with functional and business leaders to ensure human capital strategies align with business objectives.
- Integrate broader HC strategy into function-specific plans and operations.
- Act as a trusted advisor to executives and senior stakeholders on people-related matters.
HC Delivery and Team Leadership
- Lead and manage an internal HR team to ensure timely and effective delivery of people solutions.
- Drive employee engagement initiatives and promote a values-based work culture.
- Champion a high-performance environment and culture of accountability.
Change Management
- Drive and support organisational change initiatives.
- Manage transformation and organisational development interventions.
- Support the business through periods of change, ensuring strong communication and cultural alignment.
Human Capital Operations
- Oversee and improve HC service delivery processes across the employee lifecycle.
- Collaborate with other functional areas to align HC initiatives with operational needs.
- Ensure adherence to internal standards and external compliance requirements.
Ad-Hoc Responsibilities
- Stay current with HR industry developments, legislative changes, and best practices.
- Contribute to continuous improvement in human capital systems and processes.
- Represent HR in cross-functional discussions to align people practices with organisational priorities.
- Develop and maintain HC-related governance, policies, and documentation.
Compliance and Risk
- Ensure legal, statutory, and regulatory compliance in all HR practices.
- Implement operational risk controls and governance structures for HC processes.
- Contribute to corporate citizenship and diversity objectives within the company.
Financial and Operational Oversight
- Manage and report on allocated budget and resource use.
- Provide input into annual business planning for the HC function.
- Implement HC operational plans that support business quality and performance objectives.
Experience and Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Human Resources, with a strong generalist background.
- Proven experience at senior level.
- Track record of leading transformation, change management, and executive-level partnering.
- Proven track record of leading teams (of HRBP`s)
- Honours Degree in Human Resource Management or related discipline (required)
- Master’s Degree in HR, Business, or related field (advantageous)
- Professional registration with SABPP or equivalent (preferred)
Knowledge and Competencies
- Deep understanding of HR strategy, employee relations, and compliance.
- Knowledge of HR systems and workforce planning frameworks.
- Skilled in change leadership, talent management, and organisational design.
- Strong business acumen, communication, and executive writing skills.
- Ability to influence at all levels and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation.
Personal Attributes
- Strong ownership mindset and decision-making ability
- High credibility and integrity in managing confidential and sensitive matters
- Collaborative, strategic thinker with a people-first approach
- Comfortable operating in fast-paced, change-driven environments
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