HR Manager

HR Manager
Human Resources | Financial Services | Salary:
Market-related
Play a key role in shaping people, culture, and compliance in a growing financial services business

About Our Client
Our client operates within the financial services sector and places strong emphasis on ethical conduct, regulatory compliance, and people-centric practices. They are committed to building a high-performing, inclusive workplace that supports both employee growth and business objectives.

The organisation offers a collaborative environment where the HR function plays a strategic and hands-on role across the full employee lifecycle, with real opportunity to influence culture, engagement, and operational excellence.

The Role: HR Manager
The HR Manager will be responsible for managing end-to-end human resources activities, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and training. This role supports managers and employees across the business, ensuring HR best practices, regulatory compliance, and a positive employee experience while contributing to continuous improvement and ad-hoc HR projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement recruitment and selection strategies
• Partner with recruitment agencies, screen CVs, and conduct interviews
• Develop and manage a structured onboarding process for new hires
• Support managers with performance goal setting, reviews, and ongoing feedback
• Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation and industry requirements
• Manage the FAIS representative register, CPD tracking, and qualification compliance
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR documentation
• Mediate and resolve employee relations issues and workplace conflicts
• Develop and implement employee engagement and inclusion initiatives
• Promote a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture
• Create, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures
• Design and deliver training and development programmes
• Stay current with HR legislation, regulations, and best practices
• Manage ad-hoc HR projects and support organisational change initiatives

About You

• 3–5 years experience as an HR Manager
• Financial services industry experience is advantageous
• Strong working knowledge of South African labour legislation (BCEA, EEA, SDA, etc.)
• Experience across recruitment, performance management, employee relations, and training
• High ethical standards with a strong sense of integrity and accountability
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
• Highly organised with excellent diary and time management skills
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure
• Strong interpersonal skills with emotional maturity and professional gravitas
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with professional telephone etiquette
• Confident in handling sensitive or difficult employee matters
• Motivated, energetic, and committed team player
• Adaptable and resilient, with a positive approach to change and new challenges
• Proficient in HR systems and technology, including applicant tracking systems
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with stakeholders
• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field is advantageous