Human Resources Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a Human Resources Manager to join their team in Pretoria

POSITION INFO:
Roles and Responsibilities
HR Manager
Salary: Industry-related, depending on experience

Our client seeking a seasoned Human Resources Manager to lead the HR function for a well-established, family-owned South African business. Operating various branches and a head office with a workforce of 1,500+ employees. They value family principles, structured processes, and a results-driven culture.
This is an on-site role with reporting primarily to the CEO and secondarily to the FD.
Due to retail operational needs, the role includes 13 additional Saturdays annually from 08:00 – 13:00.

Working hours: Monday – Friday 08:00 – 17:00

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Industrial Psychology, or related field.
• 8+ years HR generalist experience, including at least 6 years in a managerial role in a multi-operation environment.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour law and proven industrial relations expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to lead HR strategy, compliance, and people development initiatives.
• Resilient, pragmatic, and hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment.
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to influence senior leadership effectively.

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and talent management initiatives to attract, retain, and develop quality talent.
• Oversee performance management processes, including annual reviews, bonus allocations, and KPA alignment across the Group.
• Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation, manage industrial relations, CCMA preparations, and employee equity reporting.
• Develop and implement HR strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Manage HR departmental budgets effectively.
• Plan and deliver training and development programmes in collaboration with the Training Department.
• Supervise and mentor a team of 6 HR staff: 3 HR Specialists, 2 HR Assistants, and 1 Employee Relations Officer.
• Act as an HR system superuser, ensuring optimal system utilization across the Group.

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