Head of HR / Chief People Officer – Luxury Sector

Recruiter:

Helen Wilson Recruitment

Job Ref:

3274664799

Date posted:

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Northern Suburbs Johannesburg | On-site | Full-Time

Above Market Salary + Performance Bonus

A prestigious brand in the International Luxury Retail sector is on the lookout for a visionary HR leader to join their executive team. If you're a strategic, emotionally intelligent, and dynamic HR professional with a passion for people, performance, and purpose — this is your moment. ?

You’ll be the custodian of culture, the driver of transformation, and the architect behind a high-performing, people-first organisation.

? Essential for consideration:

Bachelor’s Honours Degree in Psychology, Industrial Psychology or Industrial Engineering- You will automatically be declined if you do not have an Honours Degree.
Minimum 5 years in HR leadership, preferably in a smaller, entrepreneurial or fast-paced environment, experience within luxury retail is a big plus – We are not looking for candidates from the FMCG, Manufacturing OR Industrial sector nor SOEs
A proven ability to lead engagement, growth and transformation strategies
Experience in driving culture within a high-touch, customer-centric organisation
Outstanding leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
A sharp balance between strategic vision and hands-on execution

? Key Responsibilities:

Championing the company-wide HR strategy, aligning people, culture and growth
Leading employee engagement initiatives that elevate morale and drive retention
Overseeing organisational development and change management frameworks
Driving talent management and individual development plans for high-potential staff
Embedding a learning culture through innovative L&D initiatives
Supporting business excellence through robust performance management systems
Acting as a trusted advisor to the CEO and senior leadership

Apply today and step into a career-defining role where luxury meets leadership.

If you have not received any feedback from us within 5 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.

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