Head of HR

Recruitment, Selection, and Onboarding

1. Lead the full recruitment lifecycle from job postings through onboarding, ensuring the attraction of high-quality talent.
2. Develop innovative recruitment strategies to meet the company’s staffing needs and nurture relationships with external recruitment agencies.
3. Ensure a seamless onboarding experience for all new employees.

Employee Relations & Wellness

1. Manage and resolve employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievances.
2. Provide expert guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, labour law, and best practices.
3. Promote a healthy work environment by driving employee engagement and wellness initiatives.

Reports and Compliance

1. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual HR reports, presenting key HR metrics such as headcount and turnover.
2. Ensure compliance with local employment laws and regulations, and provide accurate reporting to Head Office.

Payroll & Benefits Administration

1. Support payroll processing, timekeeping, and manage employee benefits enrollment.
2. Facilitate the distribution of benefit updates and communicate any changes effectively.

Training & Development

1. Coordinate and schedule training programs, workshops, and development initiatives, ensuring employees have access to continuous learning.
2. Maintain training records and assist with reporting for compliance (WSP/ATR and EE reports).

Office Management

1. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Receptionist/Office Administrator to ensure office efficiency.

1. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or a related field is required; an Honours Degree is highly advantageous.
2. Minimum of 8+ years in a HR Managerial role, with a strong track record of HR leadership.
3. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
4. Strong ability to interpret and use HR data and metrics to drive informed decisions.
5. Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
6. Must have a valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle.

1. Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za.
2. If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
3. We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
4. Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.