Job Title: Human Resources Manager Recruitment Company: Sagen Advisory Recruitment Company (Recruiting on behalf of a client) Location: Sandton, Gauteng Work Arrangement: Onsite Contract Type: Permanent Salary: R35,000 – R45,000 CTC per month (Market-related) Company Description Our client is a prominent South African fuel logistics and commercial on-road refuelling group with a significant footprint across six African countries. Operating a fast-paced, high-performance environment. They manage multiple subsidiaries and a dedicated workforce characterized by high institutional knowledge and long-term tenure. Job Summary Sagen Advisory is recruiting an experienced, dynamic Human Resources Manager to lead the people function for a group of companies. This is a standalone, senior role reporting directly to the CEO. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full HR value chain for approximately 65 employees, focusing on building a people-first culture, ensuring legislative compliance, and driving internal communication and development. Duties and Responsibilities Talent Acquisition: Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including job profiling, sourcing, interviewing, and executing comprehensive onboarding programmes. Performance & Development: Implement a consistent performance review framework, coordinate training and upskilling initiatives, and manage WSP/ATR submissions to the relevant SETA. Employee Relations: Serve as the primary contact for all ER matters, managing disciplinary processes end-to-end and facilitating grievance and conflict resolution in line with the LRA. Payroll Management: Process monthly payroll for the group, ensuring accurate capturing of changes and full SARS compliance (PAYE, UIF, SDL). Compliance & Policy: Develop and maintain HR policies, manuals, and employee handbooks in alignment with BCEA, LRA, EEA, and SDA. B-BBEE & Transformation: Drive the group’s B-BBEE strategy and manage Employment Equity reporting and planning. Administration: Maintain accurate employee records, produce monthly HR dashboards for leadership, and oversee exit processes. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field (Essential). Minimum of 10 years of practical corporate HR experience. Proven experience managing a standalone HR function across a group structure. Strong background in payroll management (VIP Payroll/Sage VIP preferred). Experience with WSP/ATR SETA submissions. In-depth knowledge of South African labour legislation. Ideal Candidate Profile: The ideal candidate is a highly empathetic and structured leader who balances administrative discipline with genuine people-centricity. You should be a "cultural force" capable of improving morale and internal communication. High emotional intelligence, assertiveness in difficult conversations, and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure logistics environment are essential. #J-18808-Ljbffr