People and Culture Business Partner (CPT) at BDO South Africa

Primary Purpose of the Job

• The P&C Business Partner advises and supports managers and employees on all HR-related areas including performance management, career planning, development & coaching, talent acquisition, total rewards/compensation, and policy interpretation. Employee Engagement, Employee Wellness and all IR issues relating to employees. Manage the Trainee Life cycle in line with training requirements. 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Partners with assigned business units to deliver value-added services to management and employees that align with overall business objectives.
• Collaborates with the HR specialist teams in the development and implementation of employee programs and initiatives across BDO.
• Partners with BDO business leaders to develop action plans that achieve organizational objectives.
• Provides guidance and input on strategic workforce planning and talent management.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues; provides guidance on, and assists in, performance improvement and conduct related issues.
• Facilitates conflict resolutions and outcomes.   
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention.
• Provides policy guidance and interpretation; recommends and implements changes.
• Develops and delivers presentations on HR related topics.
• Ensures that the organization's needs are met in accordance with governmental requirements.
• Partnering with business to ensure successful recruitment and probation management
• Supporting the employee life cycle for senior Audit employees
• Ensuring an ongoing reward and recognition culture
• Ensuring that the office complies with the Training Office regulations as stipulated by governing body and ensuring that the firm adheres to and implements the governing body training requirements.
• Driving a learning culture

Requirements
Qualifications:

Essential

• Tertiary Qualification in Human Resources

Desirable

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Human Resources or Business Administration. 

Work Experience

Essential

• 5 years relevant professional human resources experience 

Desirable

• 3-5 years of professional human resources experience in the following areas: 
• HR Management
• Employee relations management
• Remuneration and benefits administration
• Training and development
• Experience must include working with an HR information/management system.