Senior Global People Partner at Competitive Capabilities International

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Advisory, People Management, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Employee Relations, Change Management, Coaching, Analytical Skills, Stakeholder Management, Cultural Agility, Communication Skills, HR Legislation Knowledge, Digital Savvy, Organizational Design, Team Collaboration, Leadership Development

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

🌍 Senior Global People Partner Strategic | Commercial | People-First 🚀 About the role We’re on the hunt for a Senior Global People Partner who loves strategy, people and pace. In this role, you’ll act as a trusted partner to an Enterprise Functional Leader and their division—shaping and delivering a People & Culture strategy that enables performance, growth and engagement across the business. This is a fast-moving, commercially driven, global environment, so you’ll be confident partnering with time-poor senior leaders, comfortable making pragmatic people decisions, and energised by complexity. 💡 You’ll also be our country Subject Matter Expert, advising on compensation, employee relations, legal matters, culture and payroll—while playing a key role in the success of our global People & Culture team. The role reports to the Chief People Officer (CPO) and requires flexibility to occasionally work extended hours (up to 8pm SA time) to support US-based teams in real time 🌎. 💼 What you’ll do1. Strategic People Partner to the Division You will: Act as a strategic advisor to Divisional leaders on all people-related matters Align People & Culture strategy with divisional priorities and business goals Partner closely with leaders to define and deliver people initiatives aligned to the broader People Strategy Provide guidance across a wide range of global people topics, including: Talent acquisition & bespoke onboarding Performance management Employee relations Reward & recognition Continuous learning & engagement Own and deliver a seamless employee lifecycle experience Collaborate cross-functionally to support divisional and organisational success Participate in leadership team meetings to stay close to divisional priorities and people impacts Provide meaningful people insights, understanding how employees feel and what matters most to them Coach leaders pragmatically in talent development, organisational design, change leadership and performance management Review people analytics (turnover, engagement, performance), spotting trends, risks and opportunities early Build leadership capability in goal-setting, team reviews and having regular, human conversations Ensure in-country benefits are competitive and aligned to business strategy Drive company culture and strategic initiatives throughout the Division Build a strong understanding of UK and US market contexts, cultural norms and people practices to provide relevant, localized support to teams and leaders in these geographies. Execute UK and Ireland payrolls Manage benefit platforms and providers, ensuring accuracy, timely renewals and clear communication Partner with third-party suppliers 2. 🌟 Global People & Culture Team Member You will also: Contribute to the overall success of People & Culture across the business Co-design people strategy, solutions and initiatives with the global P&C team Collaborate closely with Senior People Partners and Operations & Employee Experience Managers Be a positive, engaged team player who enhances team dynamics 📌 Key Performance Areas People partnership effectiveness for the Division Contribution as a member of the global People & Culture team 📊 Key Performance Indicators Divisional team effectiveness & engagement Achievement of divisional goals Achievement of People & Culture goals ✨ Why this role? This is a high-impact, senior role where you’ll influence leaders, shape culture globally and help create an environment where people genuinely thrive—while having fun along the way. 🚀💛 If you’re a strategic People Partner who loves people, pace and purpose—we’d love to meet you. 🧠 What you’ll bringQualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in HR, Commerce or related field, or CIPD Level 7 (or equivalent) 7+ years’ experience in a senior People Partnering role Proven expertise in recruitment, change management and coaching senior leaders Experience working across multiple geographies and cultures (UK/US experience advantageous) Background in a fast-paced global environment (FMCG, Engineering, Manufacturing, IT, Tech or similar) Strong knowledge of HR legislation, systems and best practices Commercially astute with strong business acumen Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Analytical, solutions-focused and comfortable navigating ambiguity Digitally savvy, energetic and results-driven Passionate about continuous improvement and integrated ways of working 🌟 Your Superpowers Flexible and adaptable, able to support global teams across time zones Culturally agile and able to build trust quickly Decisive, pragmatic and comfortable living in the grey Organised, detail-oriented and self-driven Strategic, people-loving and customer-focused Resilient, curious and growth-minded Able to create meaningful, fun and engaging people experiences Confident change leader with strong facilitation and presentation skills 🌱 Why Join Us? Attractive Salary Package Flexible Hybrid Work Model Health Support Allowance Employee Assistance Program Comprehensive Group Life Insurance Professional Growth Opportunities Collaborate with a global team focused on innovation and inclusion Be part of a culture that fosters curiosity and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Act as a strategic advisor to divisional leaders on people-related matters and align People & Culture strategy with business goals. Provide guidance on various global people topics and ensure a seamless employee lifecycle experience.