Our client is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to partner with business leaders in delivering end-to-end human resources support that drives business performance, talent optimisation, and a positive employee experience. The HR Business Partner will act as a trusted advisor to leadership, delivering practical, commercially sound HR solutions across the full HR value chain. This role has a strong focus on talent management, performance management, employee relations, and organisational effectiveness , operating with a high level of independence and accountability. Key Responsibilities Business & Strategic Partnership Partner with line management to understand business strategy and translate it into effective people plans, initiatives, and interventions. Proactively anticipate people-related risks and opportunities, addressing issues before they escalated. Build strong, credible relationships with stakeholders at all levels through proactive engagement and consistent follow-through. End-to-End HR Generalist Support Deliver full-spectrum HR support across the employee lifecycle, ensuring alignment with company policies, procedures, and South African labour legislation. Ensure accurate and timely execution of daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly HR activities. Collaborate closely with HR specialist teams (Remuneration, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, HR Operations) to deliver integrated HR solutions. Talent & Performance Management Act as a trusted advisor to leaders on talent management, succession planning, performance management, and employee engagement. Facilitate performance management processes including goal setting, mid-year and year-end reviews, calibration sessions, and performance-related discussions. Lead or support talent reviews, succession planning discussions, and development planning sessions. Promote learning agility and continuous capability building through targeted development initiatives. Employee Relations & Labour Compliance Independently manage employee relations matters including misconduct, poor performance, grievances, incapacity, and workplace conflict. Provide sound advice on South African labour legislation and internal HR policies. Ensure fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes across all employee relations cases. Organisational Effectiveness & Change Support organisational change initiatives such as restructuring, role changes, onboarding, and integration. Contribute to a positive, high-performance culture by reinforcing organisational values, accountability, and constructive leadership behaviours. Monitor people and culture risks, including Employment Equity and compliance considerations. People Data & Insights Use people data and trends (e.g., headcount, turnover, performance outcomes, EE data) to inform decision-making and highlight risks and opportunities. Provide insights to leadership that enable better workforce and talent decisions. Qualifications & Experience Essential Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Labour Relations, or a related field 3–5 years’ experience in an HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role Proven experience independently managing employee relations cases Exposure to performance management and talent management processes Preferred Honours Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or related discipline SABPP registration Change Management certification Coaching certification Enneagram or Insights accreditation Experience within financial services and/or asset management environments Technical & Professional Knowledge South African labour legislation and employment relations practices Talent management and succession planning methodologies Performance management frameworks and calibration processes Employee engagement and culture interventions HR systems and reporting (e.g. SuccessFactors) Employment Equity legislation and people-risk management Business and financial acumen in a regulated environment Strong written communication and facilitation skills Behavioural Competencies Building Partnerships Earning Trust Independent Thinking and Accountability Learning Agility Forward Thinking and Problem Solving Resilience and Strong Work Ethic Facilitating Change Conflict Resolution Business Acumen Professional and Technical Excellence #J-18808-Ljbffr