The opportunityThe Talent Assistant Manager acts as the first point of contact for employees and leaders within the Bloemfontein office. Responsible for providing end-to-end HR support to employee lifecycle, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of HR services.Your key responsibilities· Partners with business leaders to deliver talent initiatives; provide coaching and guidance to support the firm's strategic agenda· In coordination with members of the Talent team, support execute talent processes including compensation planning, performance management, talent development, onboarding / integration, workforce planning and employee engagement strategies across a geography or practice area· Serves as the first point of contact on employee relations issues; manages/handles issues as appropriate (communicating with Talent Team and practice leadership); escalates issues, as needed· Provides coaching to Sub Service Line leaders on managing employee issues that may arise· Coordinates with Learning & Development Consultants on program implementation· Coordinates with Talent Acquisition team to ensure the hiring of candidates to support the firm's strategic growth agenda· Coordinates with Talent Shared Services staff to ensure proper handling of administrative issues and needs.· Provide advice to the business on compensation & benefit programs, flexible working, health and well-being programs that will have an impact on employee engagement, retention and performance· Respond to complex and urgent employee queries relevant to their respective business units(s) that have been escalated· Work closely with the SAICA training office to support and enable the training learning and development over the three-year period· Support the business in the event of any high potential exits and take pro-active steps along with business to manage such instancesSkills and attributes for success· Ability to manage multiple priorities; thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment· Strong business acumen; understands the professional service industry· Relationship-building skills· Experience and understanding of employment legislation· Strong communication skills· Ablility to operate effectively and independently in a new environment; using good judgement and experience to support decision-makingTo qualify for the role you must have· Diploma/ bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience· Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in a HR roleWhat we look forAs a trusted advisor to our business/service lines with a strong HR background, you will have the ability to support multiple business units. We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers, have a very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients' goals.
