Talent and Organisational Development Manager

Recruiter:

Salix Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB002888/NS

Date posted:

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client, a major player within a large and complex operational industry, is seeking an exceptional Talent and Organisational Development Manager to lead high-impact HR initiatives that drive organisational transformation, workforce optimisation, and people innovation.

POSITION INFO:
This role is ideal for a seasoned Organisational Development strategist who enjoys shaping major organisational projects, partnering with executive leadership, and delivering work that directly influences business direction.

Are you a strategic OD professional who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment? apply now by sending your CV to

Duties:

Lead strategic HR projects from initiation to completion, including HRIS implementations, EVP initiatives, and workforce planning.
Develop and manage project plans, budgets, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies.
Prepare high-quality executive and Board reports, translating HR data into meaningful insights.
Coordinate HR Leadership Team activities, including agendas, documentation, decision tracking, and alignment across HR functions.
Drive change management and organisational development initiatives to support culture transformation and restructuring.
Support digital HR transformation, optimising HR systems and using analytics to guide business decisions.
Ensure governance and compliance with labour laws, BBBEE requirements, and industry regulations.
Engage and communicate with stakeholders, including senior leaders, unions, consultants, and cross-functional teams.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

Qualifications:

Matric (Grade 12)
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or related field
Postgraduate qualification in HR, Strategy, or Business Leadership is advantageous.
Project Management certification will be advantageous

Experience:

5 - 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a strategic project or programme management role
Experience working with Executive and Board-level stakeholders
Exposure to large operational environments such as agriculture, FMCG, or manufacturing is highly beneficial

Skills & Competencies:

Advanced MS PowerPoint and Excel expertise; strong HRIS exposure
Familiarity with data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI)
Skilled in executive storytelling and data-led presentations.
Strong understanding of HR governance and SA labour legislation
Excellent stakeholder management and influential communication ability
Strong project governance, organisational and coordination skills

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles/positions.

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