HR Business Partner

Our client, a leading automotive sales disruptor operating multiple reputable brands across South Africa, is seeking a dynamic HR Business Partner to join their team.

The Role: The HR Business Partner will align people practices with business objectives across multiple dealerships and brands, acting as both a strategic partner to leadership and a trusted advisor to employees. This role drives workforce planning, talent acquisition, employee engagement, and performance management while ensuring compliance and strengthening company culture.

• Partner with leaders on workforce planning and talent acquisition strategies
• Advise line managers on employee relations in line with South African labour legislation
• Handle disciplinary, grievance, and incapacity cases fairly and compliantly
• Implement performance appraisal systems and coach managers
• Drive employee engagement initiatives to improve morale and retention
• Ensure compliance with employment equity and statutory requirements
• Oversee HR operations including payroll inputs, leave management, and benefits administration
• Support learning and development initiatives and succession planning
• Provide strategic HR input to executive leadership

• Relevant HR degree or diploma (Industrial Psychology, Human Resources, or related)
• Valid driver's license
• Minimum 3–5 years' experience in an HR Business Partner or senior HR generalist role
• Strong understanding of South African labour law and HR best practices
• Proven experience in employee relations, performance management, and talent development
• Experience supporting line managers and executives with strategic people planning
• Must be able to work in a corporate dealer group environment

• Professional registration with SABPP or related body
• Automotive sector experience
• Exposure to payroll, compensation, and benefits frameworks

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted