HR Generalist needed at Discovery Limited

Job Purpose 

• We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Human Resource Generalist (HRG) with a strong background in financial services to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in HR consulting, with a particular emphasis on recruitment and talent acquisition. This role requires an individual who can provide great HR support and drive recruitment initiatives to attract top talent in the financial services sector.

This HRG role is specifically focused on the Bank’s operational divisions.

Areas of responsibility may include but are not limited to:

HR Consulting:

• Deliver on the Bank’s HR strategy that covers all aspects of the people value chain, including but not limited to recruitment, training and development, retention, performance management, employee engagement and wellness and career (talent) management.
• Advise on employee relations issues and provide solutions to improve employee engagement and retention.
• Ensure that the Discovery culture and values are alive within the Bank and that employees are engaged.

Recruitment and Talent Acquisition:

• Lead and manage end-to-end recruitment processes, from sourcing to onboarding.
• Implement effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent in the financial services industry.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
• Support the Bank team in establishing and achieving Employment Equity targets that will contribute to the Group goals.

HR Projects and Initiatives:

• Participate in various HR projects and initiatives to support business goals.
• Provide support in organizational development and change management efforts.
• Contribute to HR audits and provide recommendations for improvements.

Personal Attributes and Skills

• Strong recruitment and talent acquisition skills.
• Excellent knowledge of HR best practices, policies, and procedures.
• Familiarity with employment laws and regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act (advantageous).
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.

Education and Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology or a commerce-related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in HR, and specifically, recruitment and talent sourcing.
• Experience in financial services and/or in a client service /operations environment would be advantageous.
• Exposure to and knowledge of HR Systems (e.g. SAP, SuccessFactors, Workday, Oracle).