Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

To provide strategic direction to Country Leadership on all People & Culture (P&C) requirements. Develop and align the P&C strategy for the country, to the Group P&C and Group Business Segments strategies. Accountable for leading, defining and managing the Country People & Culture strategy and the delivery of people & culture services, policies, and programs across the business. Act as an active member of the Country executive team.

Type of Qualification: Post Graduate Degree/ Masters Degree
Field of Study: Business Commerce, Human Resources, Social Sciences

Experience Required
People & Culture Business Partnering
People & Culture
5-7 years
A minimum of 5 years in a senior strategic HR role.

More than 10 years

At least 10 years of leadership experience in Human Resources working as a strategic partner to business leadership across the geography, multiple portfolios and locations.

Leadership experience within a multinational company working with executives and senior management teams in a complex environment.

Proven track record of driving people strategies in complex, dynamic organisations.

Experience in managing organisational transformation and aligning HR practices
with strategic outcomes.

Licences/Certifications

Professional in Human Resources (PHR)-HRCI/ SHRM

Chartered Member or Fellow of Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development

Behavioural Competencies:

• Developing Strategies
• Articulating Information
• Convincing People
• Directing People
• Embracing Change
• Empowering Individuals
• Establishing Rapport
• Examining Information
• Following Procedures
• Making Decisions
• Managing Tasks
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Business Acumen 
• Challenges thinking and assumptions
• Compensation and Benefits
• Change Management (HR)
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Decision Making
• Digital Advocacy
• Employee Advocacy
• Employee Relations, Health &
  Wellness