HR Consultant at TFG (The Foschini Group)

Job Description

• We are looking for a hands-on, people-focused and solutions-oriented HR Consultant to provide trusted HR support and guidance to managers and employees, while driving the effective delivery of HR processes and initiatives. The role will support key areas including employee relations, recruitment and selection, employee wellness, engagement and HR reporting, ensuring alignment with business needs and strategic objectives. 

NON-NEGOTIABLE REQUIREMENT:

• Fluency in South African Sign Language (SASL) is required. The successful candidate must be hearing and able to sign and interpret communication in SASL effectively.

Responsibilities

• Advise, coach, and guide managers and employees on HR Processes 
• Support line managers in coordinating ER matters and ensure alignment with SLA, co-ordinating the delivery of wellness programmes 
• Support recruitment and selection 
• Driving engagement through employee representatives and various initiatives. 
• Compilation of monthly HR reports. 
• Liaise with the Fuse on queries/themes/escalations specific to the business 
• Ensure execution/feedback/investigation of HR actions aligned to strategic objectives in the DC

Qualifications

• A National Diploma or Degree in HR, Industrial Psychology, or related qualification
• 2 – 3 years’ experience in HR or a similar role
• Cross-function HR knowledge
• NON-NEGOTIABLE: Fluency in South African Sign Language (SASL), with the ability to sign and interpret communication effectively.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Excellent verbal reasoning 
• Written communication skills 
• Working knowledge of HR systems and MS Office 
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and a methodical approach 
• Strong problem-solving abilities 
• A strong customer-centric approach with a high-service delivery mindset 
• A professional approach with a solution focussed orientation 
• The ability to work independently and team orientated 
• The ability to work in a pressurised, high-volume environment 
• Adaptability in a constantly changing environment

Behaviours

• Business Insight - applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives
• Decision Quality - consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
• Drives Engagement - inspires, motivates and empowers individuals to go above and beyond for the benefit of the team and the organisation
• Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives