Johannesburg North: HR Payroll Manager posted by Network Finance

About the Role

Network Finance is seeking an experienced and hands-on HR & Payroll Manager to lead and manage the full human resources and payroll function within a dynamic organisation. This role is pivotal in driving talent acquisition, employee engagement, compliance, and accurate payroll administration while supporting organisational growth and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract and retain high-calibre talent.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including shortlisting, interviews, appointments, and onboarding.
• Ensure new employees experience a seamless and engaging induction process, including orientation and initial training support.
• Serve as a trusted point of contact for employee queries, concerns, and workplace matters.
• Manage employee relations issues, including grievances, disciplinary processes, and conflict resolution in line with company policies and legislation.
• Develop and implement employee engagement initiatives to improve morale, performance, and retention.
• Support the execution of performance review and appraisal processes, providing guidance to line managers where required.
• Identify skills gaps and coordinate training, learnerships, and development programmes.
• Assist with career development planning, succession planning, and organisational capability building.
• Ensure full compliance with labour legislation, employment equity requirements, and relevant industry regulations.
• Manage bursaries, learnerships, SETA (MICT) compliance, and related reporting.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, contracts, and HR systems.
• Contribute to the development, review, and enforcement of HR policies and procedures.
• Oversee the full payroll function, ensuring accurate and timeous payroll processing.
• Manage employee benefits, leave administration, and payroll-related queries.
• Ensure payroll processes align with statutory requirements and internal controls.
• Stay abreast of HR and payroll trends, legislation, and best practices, making recommendations for ongoing improvement.
• Support organisational change initiatives and contribute to broader organisational development strategies.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior HR role with payroll management responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of labour legislation, payroll processes, and HR best practices.
• Experience with SETA compliance, learnerships, and employment equity reporting.
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with management and employees.

Qualifications

• Degree in HR Management.

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