Job Description

The opportunityThe Talent Assistant Manager acts as the first point of contact for employees and leaders within the Bloemfontein office. Responsible for providing end-to-end HR support to employee lifecycle, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of HR services.Your key responsibilitiesxc2xb7 Partners with business leaders to deliver talent initiatives; provide coaching and guidance to support the firm's strategic agendaxc2xb7 In coordination with members of the Talent team, support execute talent processes including compensation planning, performance management, talent development, onboarding / integration, workforce planning and employee engagement strategies across a geography or practice areaxc2xb7 Serves as the first point of contact on employee relations issues; manages/handles issues as appropriate (communicating with Talent Team and practice leadership); escalates issues, as neededxc2xb7 Provides coaching to Sub Service Line leaders on managing employee issues that may arisexc2xb7 Coordinates with Learning & Development Consultants on program implementationxc2xb7 Coordinates with Talent Acquisition team to ensure the hiring of candidates to support the firm's strategic growth agendaxc2xb7 Coordinates with Talent Shared Services staff to ensure proper handling of administrative issues and needs.xc2xb7 Provide advice to the business on compensation & benefit programs, flexible working, health and well-being programs that will have an impact on employee engagement, retention and performancexc2xb7 Respond to complex and urgent employee queries relevant to their respective business units(s) that have been escalatedxc2xb7 Work closely with the SAICA training office to support and enable the training learning and development over the three-year periodxc2xb7 Support the business in the event of any high potential exits and take pro-active steps along with business to manage such instancesSkills and attributes for successxc2xb7 Ability to manage multiple priorities; thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environmentxc2xb7 Strong business acumen; understands the professional service industryxc2xb7 Relationship-building skillsxc2xb7 Experience and understanding of employment legislationxc2xb7 Strong communication skillsxc2xb7 Ablility to operate effectively and independently in a new environment; using good judgement and experience to support decision-makingTo qualify for the role you must havexc2xb7 Diploma/ bachelor's degree or equivalent work experiencexc2xb7 Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in a HR roleWhat we look forAs a trusted advisor to our business/service lines with a strong HR background, you will have the ability to support multiple business units. We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers, have a very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients' goals.

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