Human Resources Executive - Umhlanga (Permanent)

Job Title: Human Resources Executive - Umhlanga Start Date: 2026-07-15 - 2026-09-30 Vacancy Type: Permanent DBN000320 Sectors: Human Resources Location: KwaZulu Natal , Umhlanga Salary: Brief: hr|hr executive|human resources executive DBN000320 – Human Resources Executive - Umhlanga Purpose of the job: to create, oversee, and take responsibility for the development and implementation of the business's HR strategy. Required Qualifications BComm, preferably with HR and commercial/finance management Having transitioned into HR, operational experience is ideal. At least 15 years of experience, 8 of which must be in senior leadership or management Experience handling IR and HR-related legal issues, including leading legal challenges and defending the company in arbitration and collective bargaining The ability to be a generalist in senior management Experience with organizational design (grading, profiling, organogram design, total rewards models) Willing to visit locations frequently Pan African Experience - Not negotiable Detail: Technical Competencies & Experience: Strategy Creation: Co-create and operationalise the 3–5 year integrated human resource management strategy Organisational Design: Lead structure changes, oversee job profile development, and direct workforce planning Talent Management: Lead recruitment, onboarding, retention, and succession planning processes across the business Talent Development: Design the HR development strategy, leadership frameworks, and training budget allocations Employee Relations: Drive collective bargaining agreements, manage wage negotiations, and resolve escalated disciplinary cases Legal Representation: Represent the company at the CCMA, labour courts, or regional labour mediations Remuneration Management: Establish fair pay rates, payroll policies, and annual bonus/benefits review cycles System Digitisation: Optimize Sage 300 HR modules and lead data analytics reporting for executive decision-making Statutory Compliance: Ensure full adherence to international and in-country labour laws and statutory returns Executive Coaching: Advise and coach the executive team on change management and staff leadership activities Behavioural Competencies: First class Communication Skills both verbal and written. Process-driven and highly organised Deliver fast, accurate results while maintaining high standards Excellent time and self management skills Ability to use initiative and be proactive Please Note - Should you not hear back from us within the next 2 weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful. show more... For more information please contact: Lisa Barnard Apply