Senior Manager, Human Resource (Talent Acquisition & Business Partnering)

You will be part of a dedicated HR Team supporting assigned business unit(s) within the organisation, providing strategic HR consulting, guidance, and advisory services to influence talent decisions and add value to daily operations. In this role, you will also be responsible for managing the organisation’s talent pipeline, ensuring an exceptional candidate experience for both internal and external applicants, while partnering with stakeholders across the full recruitment life cycle.

Your responsibilities include identifying resource needs, staying informed on market trends, sourcing and assessing suitable talent, and managing negotiations through to successful placement. You will work closely with stakeholders to align interests, foster a collaborative work environment, and champion an organisational excellence mindset. A genuine passion for addressing people-related issues, needs, and challenges is key to your success in this role.

As part of your business partnering responsibilities, you will also provide advice and support on employee relations matters, including workplace concerns, grievances, performance and conduct issues and disciplinary matters. You will work closely with managers and employees to address issues in a fair, timely and constructive manner while ensuring adherence to organisational policies and relevant employment legislation.

You will also contribute to the review and enhancement of HR policies and practices and assist in the implementation of new initiatives that drive organisational success. Support for broader HR projects and activities, including corporate events and staff programmes, will also be part of your portfolio.

Requirements

• Minimum 15 years of comprehensive experience in Human Resource, with relevant experience in HR business partnering, talent acquisition and employee relations (including grievances, performance and conduct issues, and disciplinary matters)

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential employee matters with professionalism and discretion

• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks effectively

• A collaborative team player who can work independently and is aligned with the organisation’s developmental goals

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to engage confidently with staff at all levels

• Detail-oriented, proactive, and well-organised

• Tech-savvy, with proficiency in HR Management Systems (HRMS) and the Microsoft Office suite

• Solid understanding of the local Employment Act and related regulations, with the ability to apply employment legislation and HR policies appropriately when advising on employee relations matters

• A degree in any discipline, a postgraduate qualification in Human Resource Management will be an advantage