Junior Human Resource (HC) Business Partner

Purpose

Are you passionate about creating exceptional employee experiences and partnering with leaders to build high-performing teams? We are looking for a Junior Human Capital ( Resource) Business Partner to join our Human Capital team and play a key role in supporting the people agenda across the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an emerging HR professional who enjoys working closely with employees and managers, driving engagement initiatives, supporting performance management processes, and contributing to talent development and organisational success.

What you will do

As a Junior Human Capital Business Partner, you will partner with employees, managers, and Human Capital specialists to deliver a seamless people experience throughout the employee lifecycle.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Serving as the first point of contact for Human Capital-related queries and providing guidance on policies, procedures, and employee matters.
• Supporting the implementation of key Human Capital initiatives across performance management, employee engagement, talent management, and workforce effectiveness.
• Coordinating and facilitating performance management activities, ensuring employees have clear objectives and quality KPIs in place.
• Supporting talent development, succession planning, learning initiatives, mentoring programmes, and skills development activities.
• Assisting with employee wellness, engagement, and change management initiatives within the business.
• Acting as an employee champion and trusted advisor to employees and managers.
• Supporting employee relations processes and partnering with specialist teams where required.
• Maintaining accurate Human Capital data, reporting, and workforce insights to support decision-making.
• Assisting with employee engagement surveys, focus groups, action planning, and reporting.
• Supporting organisational and leadership change initiatives through planning, execution, and reporting.
• Acting as a business manager and key support partner to the Human Capital Business Partner or Senior Human Capital Business Partner.
• Ensuring all Human Capital service delivery requirements are executed accurately and within agreed timelines.

Requirements:

Qualifications

• Matric (NQF Level 4)
• Relevant Human Resources, Human Capital, Industrial Psychology, Business Management or related qualification (NQF Level 6–7)

Experience

• 2–3 years' experience as an HR Consultant, HR Generalist, HR Officer, or similar Human Capital role.
• Experience supporting employees and managers across the employee lifecycle.
• Exposure to talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, employee engagement, and learning and development.
• Experience working with HR systems, reporting, and people data will be advantageous.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational and coordination ability.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Resilience, adaptability, and a proactive approach.
• Ability to build trust and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong stakeholder management and customer service orientation.

Why Join Alexforbes?

At Alexforbes, we do not just offer jobs, we build careers. Here is what makes us stand out:

Growth and Development

• Bursary and Leadership Development Programmes to support your professional growth
• E-Learning Forums and continuous learning opportunities
• Financial Planning Support tailored for employees

Rewarding Performance

• Competitive Total Rewards Package, including short and long-term incentives
• Power of One monetary recognition programme for exceptional performance
• Lead incentives and referral bonuses for helping us grow our talent pool

Comprehensive Benefits

• Retirement Fund Contributions from 13% of CTC
• Group Risk Cover, including Funeral, Dread Disease, and Life Insurance benefits
• Medical Aid and Gap Cover on a 100% CTC basis through Discovery or Bonitas (mandatory unless covered as a dependant)

Work-Life Balance

• Flexible Ways of Work through our hybrid work model
• Connectivity Benefit with a Wi-Fi allowance
• Employee Wellness and Assistance Programmes to support your wellbeing
• My Savings Account to help you achieve your financial goals

Join a company that values its people, invests in their development, rewards excellence, and empowers employees to make a meaningful impact in shaping the future of financial services.