Senior Er & Hc Business Partner

Glacier by Sanlam brings together leading experts and respected financial services companies to meet clients' investment needs. We deliver focused investment services through specialist teams, partner with acclaimed financial intermediaries and pride ourselves on our superior products and solutions and high quality service. We offer a comprehensive range of investment solutions, designed to assist in the creation and preservation of wealth. Our offering encompasses local investments, including fixed term investments and investments with guarantees, international investments, retirement saving solutions, and retirement income solutions. While each solution has its own distinct purpose, they all share the world-class quality and commitment that have come to distinguish Glacier.
Job Purpose The Senior ER & HC Business Partner will work with the leadership team to implement the Human Capital strategy, to ensure that the business executes on the people agenda. The role is responsible for providing guidance on matters relating to company policy and labour relations. Key to the success of the role is the ability to develop strategic partnerships with the business leaders to deliver consistent high-quality HR services with experience in Employee Relations risk mitigation.
Key Outcomes Supports leadership team on people issues:Translates business requirements into effective HC practices delivering people solutions aligned to the objectives for the business areaInfluences leadership around people agenda and issuesOwns talent management for the business area:Builds leadership competence through coaching and guides line management around people processesImplements talent management framework (including succession management)Identifies the immediate and long-term talent issues that impact the area and put appropriate plans in place to addressAgree suitable strategies to ensure talent pipelines are in place at leadership, technical and operational levels to meet the performance and growth objectives of the business areaEnsures the retention of high performing and high potential employees through the proper management of learning and development opportunities, mentoring, coaching and rewardSupports the business with the recruitment and placement of talentIdentifies critical and scarce skills for business unit and agree strategies with all relevant COE's (e.g. Talent acquisition, L&D & Total Rewards) to ensure appropriate pipelines over short and longer termHelps to shape the culture:Ensures that values and leadership standards are communicated and understood at all levels in business areaHelps the business area establish and maintain high levels of employee engagementAssists the business to drive participation in employee engagement initiatives and partners with the business to develop solutions to address any engagement concernsDelivers key HR initiatives as the key interface:Partners with key stakeholders within business area to ensure that all HC projects are appropriately communicatedCo-ordinates project integration initiatives into annual planFacilitates reward processes:Supports the leadership during the annual remuneration and employee benefits review processDrives the transformation agenda:Supports business in developing their EE plan (including numerical targets and AA actions)Facilitates the alignment of business strategy and EE planEnsures execution of all initiatives in line with the BU EE PlanManages employee relations processes:Acts as first line of contact for any employee relations matter ensuring all risks are managed within the framework of best practice and all relevant legislationTo provide an end-to-end case management service with regards to all ER processes to ensure complianceFacilitate, investigate and close out HR related Hotline casesAdvise and educate management and employees on HC policies and procedures to ensure adherenceImplement and execute all people processes and practices fairlySupport, develop and coach line managers to manage employee relations mattersMonitors ER indicators e.g number of disputes, grievances and recommends corrective action for enhanced ER reportingSupport HC team on ER matters to minimize riskQualifications and Experience Degree or Diploma in HR/Law/ Employee Relations related field with 4 to 6 years related experience or qualified by extensive experienceA strong understanding of HR legislation and labour law with the ability to apply relevant legislations in the work environmentExpert knowledge of the LRA, BCEA, EE and regulationsCollective Bargaining Process KnowledgeClient focusCommunication (verbal and written)Effective analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong attention to detail and organisational skillsConflict managementNegotiation and Mediation skillsAttributes Honesty, integrity and respectTeamworkAbility to work in a high-paced environmentFlexibility and adaptabilityWhat will make you successful in this role? Qualification and Experience Degree or Diploma with 3 to 5 years human resources experience, or qualified by extensive experience.
Knowledge and Skills HR Consulting and Solutions orientation
Data analysis and interpretation and trend analysis within complex business environment
Complex HR Support
Personal Attributes Courage - Contributing through others
Manages complexity - Contributing through others
Ensures accountability - Contributing through others
Plans and aligns - Contributing through others
Build a successful career with us We're all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.
Core Competencies Cultivates innovation - Contributing through others
Customer focus - Contributing through others
Drives results - Contributing through others
Being resilient - Contributing through others
Collaborates - Contributing through others
Turnaround time The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.
Our commitment to transformation The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.

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