About this role
Company Description
Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.
Job Description
To serve as a trusted strategic partner to business leaders by aligning People & Culture initiatives with business objectives, enabling organizational performance, growth, and sustainability. The role requires an experienced HR Generalist who can effectively balance strategic workforce priorities with day-to-day people management matters within a complex environment. Leveraging data, analytics, and business insights, the incumbent will influence decision-making, drive people-focused solutions, strengthen organizational capability, and deliver measurable business outcomes.
Qualifications
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Type of Qualification: First Degree
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Field of Study: Human Resources, Psychology, Business Commerce or related field
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Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management with active membership in the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM).
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Experience Required
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8-10 years
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Minimum 8 years of progressive Human Resources / People & Culture experience, with significant exposure to HR Business Partnering within a large, complex, and dynamic organization.
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Demonstrated understanding of the strategic role People & Culture plays in enabling business growth, commercial success, organizational effectiveness, and social relevance, gained through relevant hands-on experience.
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Proven track record of designing and successfully implementing integrated, sustainable, and impactful People & Culture solutions that align with business priorities and drive measurable performance improvements.
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Experience partnering with senior business leaders to translate strategic objectives into people strategies, influencing decision-making and organizational outcomes.
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Strong experience in applying and interpreting People & Culture metrics, analytics, and best-practice impact measures to evaluate effectiveness, inform decision-making, and support continuous improvement.
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Demonstrated success in leading organizational change, talent management, workforce planning, employee engagement, performance management, and culture transformation initiatives.
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Experience operating within a multinational or matrixed organization, partnering with senior management teams across diverse geographies and stakeholders in a complex business environment.
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Proven ability to build credible relationships, challenge constructively, and influence leaders at executive and senior management levels to achieve business and people outcomes.
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Behavioural Competencies:
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Convincing People
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Developing Expertise
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Providing Insights
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Interacting with People
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Making Decisions
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Team Working
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Technical Competencies:
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Business Acumen
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Change Management
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People Strategy Development
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Risk Management
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Stakeholder Management & Influencing
Additional Information
Our culture is defined by the values that guide every interaction, decision, and outcome:
- Deeply Committed – We deliver with purpose, accountability, and a focus on excellence.
- Boldly Pioneering – We embrace innovation, challenge conventional thinking, and drive meaningful change.
- Trusted Stewards – We act responsibly, safeguarding the interests of our clients, colleagues, and communities.
- Guided by Empathy – We value diverse perspectives and foster meaningful relationships through understanding and respect.
- Unfailingly Honourable – We uphold the highest standards of integrity, fairness, and ethical conduct.