Group People Governance Lead

Closing Date 2026/07/13

Reference Number SHO260702-1

Job Title Group People Governance Lead

Job Type Full Time

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Town or City Brackenfell, Cape Town

Purpose of the Job The role of Lead: Group People Governance is a new capability to the People team and as such, developing this capability within the People team including monitoring & evaluation of operational People processes and service delivery against the operating model and other linked collateral (policies, processes etc) will be a key strategic and tactical focus. The role aims to achieve governance practice integration and management throughout the People team identifying and jointly mitigating People risks, facilitating the internal functional risk assurance activities whilst interfacing with internal audit for further assurance activities. The role supports the full People team by creating alignment across the different functional areas and ensuring strong integration of People practices and related policies and processes as well as building robust business continuity plans. The role works closely with the Group Risk and Compliance team to ensure compliance with Group Governance and alignment with best practice.

Job Advert Details

Job Category Human Resources

Job ObjectivesEmployee Centric Delivery

• Developing a People Oversight and Governance Strategy which ensures that People policies and strategies and business processes are being implemented as intended and that key risks are identified, monitored and mitigated.
• Managing implementation of the People Oversight and Governance Strategy against agreed timeframes, budget and report against performance measures.
• Managing the definition, implementation, ongoing review and monitoring of compliance to People policies, procedures and processes in conjunction with the HO Solutions team.
• Managing People audits, resolution of audit findings and confirming that mitigation plans are in place to mitigate people risks.
• Managing the definition and management of employee contracts.
• Monitoring compliance to the regulation associated with psychometric assessments performed within the Shoprite Group.
• Managing the procurement of services for the People function.
• Monitoring People projects / programs and reporting on progress.
• Managing third parties and associated contract management processes.
• Driving statutory reporting activities related to People.
• Managing the implementation of effective knowledge management processes within the People function.
• Managing People BCM Planning in conjunction with the HO Solutions team.

People (Self, Team & Organisational)

• Developing and leading the Group People Oversight and Governance team to deliver People Oversight and Governance services to the People Solutions and Services.
• Driving enablement of an innovative, agile and employee centric culture where employees are supported, empowered and valued within Group People Oversight and Governance.
• Driving enablement of an employee wellness culture within Group People Oversight and Governance to ensure that employees are supported mentally, physically and emotionally.
• Driving enablement of a culture of open and transparent communication within Group People Oversight and Governance to ensure that employees are informed of developments timeously.

Financial, Reporting and BI

• Developing a budget for People Oversight and Governance.
• Managing Group People Oversight and Governance costs.
• Ensuring data accuracy, integrity and maintenance for People Oversight and Governance.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensuring that the People Oversight and Governance complies with relevant labour relations frameworks and legislation.

• Ensuring compliance to the Enterprise Risk and Compliance frameworks, policies, procedures as and standards.

• Implementing People Oversight and Governance structures, policies, processes, procedures and frameworks.

• Ensuring the identification and mitigation of risks in the People function. Future-Fit

• Ensuring Group People Oversight and Governance are appropriately structured and resourced to deliver on its mandate with the right people in the right roles with the right capabilities at the right time.

• Ensuring Group Recruitment integration and effective flow of work with other HO solution areas.

• Identifying relevant People Oversight and Governance technology requirements and ensuring optimal utilisation thereof.

• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in People Oversight and Governance processes.

Qualifications* Degree in Human Resources, Legal or equivalent - (essential).

• Post Graduate Degree in Human Resources, Legal or equivalent - (beneficial).

Experience* +6 years in a Senior Governance, Compliance, Risk Management, Auditor Or equivalent role, establishing a Governance framework and the relevant policies, procedures and guidelines - (essential).?

• Experience within the FMCG, retail sector or similar - (preferred).

Knowledge and Skills* Demonstrable knowledge of HR practices within the FMCG, retail sector, understanding of the Governance opportunities and challenges in a decentralised HR service delivery model within the retail environment - (essential).

• Exposure to statutory requirements, applying and monitoring relevant laws, regulations and best practices as they relate to People Governance and Compliance. Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, legislation and regulations - (essential).
• A sound understanding of diversity and inclusion concepts and processes and the link between employment equity and good HR practices. Exposure to how employment equity impacts B-BBBEE levels. - (essential).
• We value practical learning experiences, in the event that a candidate does not have a degree, demonstrable relevant experience will be considered. A proven track record of leading Governance and associated compliance, risk and/or audit activities - demonstrating knowledge of trending best practices relating to Governance - preferably in a Group HR context - (essential).

Policy Our Group is committed to creating, embracing, and preserving a diverse workplace that values the unique talents, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities that enrich our organisation. A place where everyone matters and feels included.

We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally.

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