People Manager

• Support our talent team in end-to-end recruitment processes in South Africa, including job design, sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.

• Oversee employee records and ensure legal compliance across all People processes.
• Handle disciplinary and grievance procedures, providing support to line managers and advising on South African employment law.

• Lead team performance management programs, including appraisals and personal development plans.
• Foster employee engagement by developing initiatives that enhance workplace satisfaction and retention.
• Manage employee surveys and internal communication updates.

• Implement and add to the Midnite People policies and benefit suite to support a positive work environment.
• Automate and streamline People processes with internal systems to enhance efficiency and employee experience.
• Ensure compliance with SA employment laws and assist with international global practices.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with organisational goals.
• Support managers with HR guidance and assistance.
• Act as a key point of contact for SA people-related matters within Midnite.

• Four or more years of experience in a similar HR role, ideally within SMEs or growth-stage businesses.
• Strong understanding of SA employment law and HR best practices.
• Exceptional organisational skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrable experience managing people operations, including payroll and employee engagement.
• Desirable- Previous experience or knowledge in the process of changing employment statuses
• Desirable- Lead or have been part of a project to establish a new entity in SA.

• You’ll have a key role in which you'll be integral to our company culture and help shape the direction.

• Join our frequent company-wide gatherings and game nights that draw our community closer together.
• Enjoy 33 paid holidays a year.

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