Human Resources Business Partner

**Company Description** We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 99,250 employees operate a network of 2,700 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. **Job Description** The Human Resources Business Partner will be responsible for creating a positive working environment and developing a competent workforce through building partnerships with line managers and ensuring organizational compliance to all relevant policies and legislation * **Organizational Design** * + Maintenance and updating of Organizational Structures and Job Descriptions * **Policies and Procedures** * + Facilitate adherence to HR policies, procedures and relevant legislation + Identify opportunities for updating and enhancing HR policies, processes and procedures to effect continual improvements in the division * **Selection and Recruitment** * + Update and maintain all recruitment on Smart Recruiters + Arrange and manage the selection process together with line managers + Arrange and facilitate all interviews + Tend to the onboarding process, including drafting offer letters and contracts * **Onboarding and Training** * + Arrange and manage onboarding through the SHINE process + Arrange and manage all onboarding training on SGS Campus + Assist the L\&D Team with completion of all required SGS training * **Industrial Relations** * + Arrange and manage all IR issues with collaboration between HR Management and IR Specialist + Arrange all logistical requirements for Disciplinary Enquiries * **Performance Management** * + Facilitate adherence to SGS performance management i.e. annual goals and evaluations * **Human Resources Information Systems** * + Managing and capturing of data on all HRIS i.e. - Capturing of new engagements, promotions, transfers, contract renewals and terminations on Payspace within payroll deadlines - Updating any HR changes on the payroll system e.g. banking details + Capturing of all HR documents electronically on Payspace + Updating and maintaining the HR Sharepoint with all data / new forms and relevant information * **Human Resources Projects** * + Manage and coordinate of local and global HR projects/initiatives as when required + Assist with capturing / maintaining data of local and global HR projects/initiative * **Audits** * + Assist the Human Resource Manager in terms of all audits done in the HR Department + Assistance with Internal HR Audits (HR \& Payroll Division on systems and personnel files) * **General Administration Services** * + Facilitate the implementation of talent management and succession planning + Assist business to effectively manage headcount + Proactively identify and pre\-empt HR risks within SGS + Assistance with reviewing and updating of all HR documentation for example, engagement pack and contracts of employment + Maintain quality, efficiency, and confidentiality of service within the HR Department + Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system + Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager. + Ad hoc admin requirements within the HR department * Comply and promote, at all times, the SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct to preserve and enhance SGS reputation as a socially responsible company **Qualifications** Education * Grade 12 * National Diploma/Degree in Human Resources or related – and/or 5 years proven experience in the sector or within the company in the functions, knowledge, skills and experience sufficient to be recognized as a qualification through Recognition of Prior Learning * Good working knowledge of MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel – VLOOKUP’s and Pivot tables experience essential) Experience * 3\- 5years years Human Resources Business Partner and Payroll experience * Preferably work experience with PaySpace and Workday * Understanding and application of relevant labor legislation Competencies * Working Knowledge of PaySpace, Workday * SharePoint **Skills** * Well\-developed verbal \& written communication, presentation, project management, report compilation and interpersonal skills * Well\-developed administrative, problem solving and planning skills * High personal and ethical standards * Anticipates issues, solves problems, able to make clear decisions and judgements * Ability to build trust, respect and confidentiality * Hands\-on and practical approach * Good balance between firmness and diplomacy * Sense of initiative * Languages: Proficiency in English (Read, Speak, Write) and potentially local dialects * High attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency in completing tasks * Ability to work under pressure and meet firm deadlines * Exceptional organizational skills * Ability to work with internal divisions/clients * Ability to resolve queries timeously * Able to work on multiple projects/tasks simultaneously * Must be able to work independently, as well as in teams * Must be able to work in a highly pressurized environment