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Job Summary
To provide advice and support in the development and implementation of area of specialisation planning and associated service delivery processes, methods and techniques; enabling the provision of sound human resources expertise.Job Description
Commercial awareness and strategic partnering: Accountable for the execution and implementation of the BU people strategies that supports the delivery of the BU area plans. Sets clear direction and plans for 6 – 12 months, and is able to adjust and vary resources in response to changing situations. Has a basic understanding of the global market place, competitive position and commercial drivers for a complex, large scale business. Uses analytics, data and trends both internally and externally to diagnose management issues and recommend effective solutions. Actively networks with colleagues outside team and with external contacts in the market. Engages in understanding the vision and understands their contribution in the delivery. | Trusted Advisor: Provides advice to the management team on people matters and acts as a sounding board and coach. Has influence and credibility with managers in their Business Unit. Coach and mentor business leaders, providing challenge where required. | Execute HR Delivery: Provides service and advice on the following key HR processes to their client by undertaking the following: o Operationalise the business strategy into a people strategy for management teams and ensure that workforce plans are embedded with relevant analytics and insights o Support and participates in major and HR Projects. o Identify capability gaps and define talent pools in conjunction with Management teams. Takes ownership of resourcing planning and delivery for Management teams and their staff and participate in management role hiring. o Responsible for Management team talent reviews, succession planning activities and talent and capability development. o Delivers Leadership and Learning programmes via specialists, specifies internal capabilities gaps and ensures relevant assessments, development and coaching in place. o Drives the management teams Remuneration and performance strategy and provides input and manages the management teams’ compensation, takes ownership of pay cycle and Remuneration plan delivery. Ensures effective employee engagement for the Business Unit in conjunction with the Functional Leader, supporting the HR Operations planning and service quality management. Consistently meets customer needs within time, resources and budget constraints, and delivers against overall targets. Sophisticated understanding of processes and applications within the teams and can utilise those needed for the role without difficulty. Ensures seamless delivery and interaction with specialist teams for their area. Assists in implementation of projects. Case manages more complex issues than transactional tasks – which are to be sourced via HR Operations. Empower line managers to undertake people management responsibilities. | : | : | : | : | :
Education
Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Human and Social Studies (Required)Absa Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Absa Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Absa Group.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical aid, group life, disability, and funeral cover are described as comprehensive, with features such as terminal‑illness advances and beneficiary grocery benefits. Wellness and assistance offerings support overall financial and personal wellbeing.
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Retirement Support — A pension fund and group retirement arrangements are positioned as core benefits within fixed remuneration. Retirement coverage is embedded alongside other protections as part of standard employment.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employee share‑ownership (eKhaya) and equity‑linked awards broaden wealth‑sharing, with dividends or cash‑equivalent participation in some markets. This provides longer‑term value beyond base pay.
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What We Do
Absa Group Limited (Absa) has forged a new way of getting things done, driven by bravery and passion, with the readiness to realise growth on the African continent and beyond. We’re a truly African brand, inspired by the people we serve in Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia. We also have representative offices in China, Namibia, Nigeria and the United States, as well as securities entities in the United Kingdom and the United States, along with technology support colleagues in the Czech Republic.
