HR Manager

• Minimum Requirements

  • Minimum 4-5 years experience in a HR management or senior HR generalist role
  • Experience managing the full HR function
  • Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation
  • Experience within a law firm is a must
  • Strong experience in employee relations, disciplinary procedures and grievances
  • Experience with recruitment, onboarding and performance management
  • Good understanding of HR policies, procedures and compliance
  • Experience with Employment Equity for a Law firm would be an advantage
  • Previous experience working with Candidate Attorneys and Law students would be ideal
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail
  • Professional, confidential and able to deal with sensitive employee matters
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills

• Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee the full HR function within the firm
  • Provide HR advice and support to partners, management and employees
  • Manage the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding through to exit
  • Oversee recruitment, selection, appointments and induction
  • Manage employee relations, disciplinary matters, grievances and workplace investigations
  • Provide guidance on labour legislation and HR best practices
  • Develop, implement and maintain HR policies and procedures
  • Manage and monitor performance management processes
  • Identify training and development requirements and coordinate training initiatives
  • Manage employee records and ensure all HR documentation is accurate and up to date
  • Oversee leave, benefits and HR administration
  • Assist with Employment Equity, Skills Development and other statutory HR requirements
  • Monitor staff retention, engagement and workplace culture
  • Assist management with organisational structures, succession planning and staffing requirements
  • Maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive employee and firm-related matters
  • Prepare HR reports and provide management with relevant HR information and insights

Consultant: Elaine Braysher - Dante Personnel Pretoria Faerie Glen