HR Business Partner, Sandton

Job Title

HR Business Partner Location

Johannesburg / Gauteng Employment Type

Permanent / Full-Time Department

Human Resources Role Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced

HR Business Partner

to deliver end-to-end HR operations across the organisation. This is a

hands-on operational HR role

focused on execution, consistency, compliance, and labour risk management within a fast-moving business environment. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership and operational managers to implement people decisions, manage employee relations, ensure labour law compliance, and stabilise HR processes across the business.The role requires a pragmatic HR professional who is comfortable operating in a

high-activity environment with complex employee relations matters , while maintaining fair and consistent HR practices. Key Responsibilities

1. Employee Relations&Industrial Relations

Manage disciplinary processes, misconduct, poor performance, incapacity, and grievance cases end-to-end

Advise managers on procedurally and substantively fair disciplinary processes

Prepare and manage documentation including: Warnings

Hearing documentation

Investigations

Mutual separation agreements

Support CCMA processes where required (with external support where necessary)

Identify labour risks and provide management with practical guidance and implications

Ensure consistent application of disciplinary processes across the business

Operate effectively within high-conflict or emotionally charged employee relations situations

2. HR Operations&Compliance

Manage core HR operational processes including: Employment contracts

HR files and records

Policy implementation

Leave administration and compliance

Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation including: Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA)

Labour Relations Act (LRA)

Employment Equity Act (EEA)

Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) from an HR perspective

Maintain and apply company HR frameworks, templates, and governance processes

3. Recruitment&Onboarding

Manage end-to-end recruitment processes including: Role scoping with line managers

Writing and publishing job advertisements

Candidate screening

Interview coordination

Offer management

Partner with line managers to ensure practical, fit-for-purpose hiring decisions

Drive a structured and consistent onboarding process across the organisation

Ensure all employment documentation and compliance requirements are completed for new employees

4. Performance&People Management Support

Support line managers with: Performance management processes

Probation management

Role clarity and accountability

Help embed a culture of accountability and performance management

Identify and highlight people risks, capability gaps, and recurring organisational challenges

5. Culture&Employee Engagement

Support initiatives aimed at strengthening company culture and employee engagement

Assist with internal communication and engagement initiatives

Contribute to employer branding activities where appropriate

Act as a visible and accessible HR presence within the organisation

6. Leadership&Stakeholder Support

Work closely with senior leadership and operational managers

Translate leadership decisions into practical HR execution

Provide pragmatic, business-aligned HR advice

Escalate people-related risks while supporting leadership decision-making frameworks

Minimum Requirements

Relevant Degree or Diploma in Human Resources or related field

5–7 years HR Generalist or HR Business Partner experience

Strong exposure to

employee relations and industrial relations processes

Knowledge&Experience

Strong working knowledge of: South African labour legislation

Disciplinary and grievance procedures

CCMA processes and dispute management

HR operational processes and compliance requirements

Proven experience in: Managing employee relations in high-conflict environments

Hands-on HR operational delivery

Direct recruitment and talent sourcing (non-agency recruitment)

Drafting HR documentation including contracts, notices, outcomes, and policies

Key Competencies

Strong employee relations and labour law expertise

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

High emotional intelligence and resilience

Strong drafting and documentation capability

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Commercially minded and pragmatic approach to HR decision-making

#J-18808-Ljbffr