Senior Assistant Vice President – HR Business Partner | EXL South Africa
Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline : January 26, 2026
About the Role
As a senior strategic partner, this role bridges the gap between business objectives and human resources execution within a global business process management framework. Utilizing Workday and ServiceNow, the AVP manages high-level operational risk and drives organizational design to enhance productivity and employee engagement. Their impact is felt through the development of robust talent pipelines and the implementation of data-driven HR strategies that support large-scale enterprise growth.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with business leaders to deliver on our people strategy and ensure the implementation of innovative HR initiatives, as well as the rollout of new employee programs,
- Partner with the HR Country Lead to define and drive key initiatives to enhance our employee engagement and experience,
- Manage the HRBP team across a business unit, to ensure effective business support and quality delivery on our HR strategy,
- Coach line managers to improve their understanding and adoption of the talent frameworks, and related tools,
- Support and drive a high performance, diverse and inclusive culture,
- Serve as a trusted advisor, providing business leaders with professional, accurate, and timely support,
- Collaborate as needed with Payroll, HR Shared Services, Legal and other internal teams to uphold high standards of professional and ethical conduct throughout the company,
- Facilitate effective communication on all HR matters,
- Represent EXL with professionalism and integrity, both internally and externally.
Required Skills/Experience
- Effective leadership and influencing skills,
- Ability to operate effectively, demonstrate agility in a fast-moving environment, and build strong relationships with key stakeholders,
- Problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task, and thrive in a dynamic environment,
- Strong verbal and written communication skills,
- A passion for continuous learning and always wanting to have an impact,
- Understanding and knowledge of SA legislation to ensure business compliance,
- Understanding of local Labour law
Career Growth & Education
Candidates typically possess a Master’s degree in Business or HR, alongside extensive experience in global, fast-paced corporate environments. Progression to Senior Vice President or global HR leadership roles is often facilitated by executive education programs and a track record of successful organizational transformation. Specializing in digital HR transformation or strategic workforce planning makes these professionals highly sought after in the international job market.
Salary & Financial Insight
The estimated monthly salary for a Senior AVP in HR ranges from R90,000 to R150,000, including performance-based incentives and executive benefits. High-net-worth individuals in these roles should focus on comprehensive estate planning and offshore investment strategies to ensure long-term wealth preservation.
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