Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) - (12 Contract)

Introduction A leading South African banking and financial services group offering a wide range of retail, business, corporate, and investment banking solutions. The organisation is known for its strong focus on sustainability, digital innovation, and client-centric services, operating within a highly regulated environment and serving individuals, SMEs, and large corporates across multiple markets. Description We’re Hiring: Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)Cape Town | Banking SectorWe are looking for a proactive, commercially astute HR Business Partner to join a leading organisation in the banking sector. This role offers the opportunity to partner closely with senior leaders, delivering strategic and operational HR support that drives performance, enhances employee experience, and supports business growth. About the Role As a trusted advisor to leadership, you will provide practical, compliant, and business-aligned HR solutions. You’ll operate across the full employee lifecycle within a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities

Partner with leadership to align people strategy with business objectives Deliver end-to-end HR support across the employee lifecycle Drive talent management, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives Facilitate performance management processes and calibration sessions Lead talent reviews and development planning discussions Manage employee relations matters (misconduct, grievances, poor performance, incapacity, conflict) Provide guidance on South African labour legislation, HR policies, and best practice Support organisational change initiatives (restructures, integrations, role changes) Analyse and report on HR metrics (headcount, turnover, performance, EE) Collaborate with L&D, Reward, and HR Operations teams Support recruitment, workforce planning, and offer processes Identify and mitigate people-related risks

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Industrial Psychology, Labour Relations, or related field 3–5 years’ experience in an HR Generalist or HRBP role Strong employee relations and case management experience Solid experience in performance and talent management Sound knowledge of South African labour legislation

Advantageous

Honours Degree South African Board for People Practices (SABPP) registration Change management and/or coaching certification Experience within banking or a regulated financial services environment

Why Join?

Partner with senior leadership in a strategic HR capacity Exposure to a dynamic and regulated banking environment Opportunity to influence people strategy, culture, and organisational performance