People Specialist (HR Specialist)

The role

This person will shape workplace culture, support leadership, and ensure compliance with South African employment legislation. They will manage employee relations, HR administration, and training programs for a global organization.

What you will do

• Shape and nurture local workplace culture aligned with NMI's global values
• Drive employee engagement and retention initiatives
• Create a welcoming office environment by organizing meals and events
• Work with leaders to identify and mitigate employment relations risks
• Support managers and employees through investigations, disciplinary, performance management and grievances
• Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation
• Serve as primary representative at the CCMA
• Facilitate onboarding and offboarding processes
• Manage local benefits programs, leave management and statutory reporting
• Develop and implement South Africa-specific HR policies and procedures

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labour Law, or related field
• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive HR experience
• Proven track record of representing employers at CCMA with successful outcomes
• Practical knowledge of South African employment legislation and case law
• Experience supporting managers in a global or multinational organization (specific US experience is required)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Comprehensive understanding of South African labour law
• Strong mediation and negotiation skills
• Experience managing in diverse, multicultural environments
• Strategic thinking
• Confident presenter and skilled at developing others
• Experience with HRIS platforms and strong MS Office and Google Suite skills

Nice to have

• HR certification (e.g., SABPP, CPHR SA)

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Leadership visibility and influence
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Collaborative, inclusive work environment
• Health Insurance - Discovery Medical Aid and Stratum Gap Cover
• TELUS Health - Employee Assistance Program
• Bonusly colleague reward scheme
• Family friendly policies

Before you apply

• All offers of employment are made subject to receipt of satisfactory background and financial checks

About the company

NMI is a global leader in payment technologies that allows software and sales professionals to deliver payment innovations to their clients. The company provides platforms that power success for tech created by SMBs, entrepreneurs and fintech startups.