Employee Relations - Risk and Benefits Manager
About the job
- A postgraduate degree in Legal studies or Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Level 5 is required.
- Five to seven years of experience in People and Culture (Human Resources Management) within People Risk and Benefits is required.
- A minimum of five years of demonstrated Employee Relations experience at management level, handling grievances, disciplinary matters, drafting and reviewing employment contracts, and collective agreements is required.
- Behavioural competencies include challenging ideas, convincing people, documenting facts, establishing rapport, and examining information.
- Technical competencies include dispute resolution, employee advocacy, Employee Relations, Health & Wellness, legal advisory and interpretation, legal compliance (P&C), and legal knowledge.
- Provide strategic leadership, guidance, and support to the Country Head of People and Culture and broader People and Culture teams in Employee Relations.
- Oversee the efficient management of Employee Relations matters and ensure compliance with labour legislation, basic conditions of employment, and union-related requirements.
- Drive the success of the Employee Relations function by ensuring seamless execution of employee relations processes, procedures, and initiatives.
- Oversee, administer, and execute employee benefits across Standard Bank Offshore, ensuring effective governance, compliance, and employee experience.
- Lead and coordinate People and Culture Risk and Governance activities across Standard Bank Offshore, including developing, implementing, and reviewing policies, risk assessments, controls, and related governance frameworks.
- Provide support on ad hoc People and Culture initiatives as required.
- A further qualification in conciliation and arbitration is an added advantage.
- Experience handling negotiations and consultations in a unionised environment is advantageous.
- Experience in a multinational environment covering at least two jurisdictions is an added advantage.
About the company
Standard Bank Group operates banking, insurance and investment businesses focused on Africa, serving individuals, families, businesses and institutional clients. Its services cover everyday accounts and payments, savings and lending, business finance, corporate transactions and investment banking. The group also manages insurance, asset management and wealth offerings that support clients through different financial needs and stages of life. Local banking operations connect with international centres and offshore hubs to support cross-border activity, trade and access to financial markets. Founded in 1862, the group is headquartered in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Johannesburg, South Africa
Founded
1862
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