Job Description

Position: HR Business Partner RoleLocation: Cape TownSector: Pharma ManufacturingType: HybridCore purpose of the role:The successful candidate will play a vital role in driving the company's Human Capital strategies, ensuring alignment with the organization's overall objectives, and fostering a productive and engaged workforce.Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar role, ideally in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• Practical experience or recognition of prior learning will be considered.

Experience & Knowledge:

• At least 5 years in a Human Capital generalist function and 3 years in a senior professional role.
• Solid knowledge of South African HR laws, CCMA arbitration, and relevant industry best practices.
• Skilled in business and operational planning, project management, policy development, recruitment, employee relations, performance management, payroll, and data analytics.
• Experience in handling HRIS systems and using data management tools.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical manufacturing in an aseptic cGMP environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• People Management

• Align team objectives with the organization's strategy and ensure adequate performance management.
• Lead role profiling, goal setting, knowledge management, and continuous development of team members.
• Implement delegation processes to ensure smooth operations during key staff absences.

2. Business Management:

• Collaborate to achieve site goals, address risks, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide detailed reports on operations, key metrics, and performance indicators.
• Oversee budget development and maintain a three-year strategic plan to align with the company's goals.

3. Business Partnering:

• Contribute to the development and execution of Human Capital strategies.
• Partner with departmental heads to provide guidance on people-related strategies.
• Analyze workforce data to identify productivity risks and implement mitigation plans.
• Lead Human Capital projects and support BBBEE planning and audits.

4. Recruitment & Onboarding:

• Facilitate workforce planning and recruitment to meet talent needs efficiently.
• Ensure seamless onboarding of new employees and promote career development within the company.
• Support internal mobility and develop talent pools in line with organizational goals.

5. Performance & Talent Development:

• Lead performance management processes and oversee employee recognition initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Human Capital team to align training plans with business requirements.
• Ensure timely performance assessments and quality checks.

6. Employee Relations:

• Handle complex employee relations issues and provide guidance on resolving conflicts.
• Oversee industrial relations matters at the internal level and in external forums like CCMA.
• Implement wellness initiatives to enhance team productivity and promote positive workplace dynamics.

7. Training and Development:

• Design and deliver training programs to enhance employee skills.
• Identify development needs and monitor training effectiveness to meet desired outcomes.

8. HR Data Management:

• Maintain robust HR data governance, compile and present insights to aid strategic decisions.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance and data accuracy.

Key Functional Areas:

• Recruitment & Workforce Planning
• Employee Relations
• Performance Management

To apply, please send CV with supporting documents to response@mvgrecruitment.co.za, REF: EvR/HRBPSupporting documents:

• Copy of Matric
• Copy of Degree

MVG Recruitment Specialists