Head of HR / Chief People Officer – Luxury Sector

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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.

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