Senior HR admin Manager | KZN

SUMMARY:
Senior HR admin Manager | KZN

POSITION INFO:

The Opportunity

Behind every great financial advisory business is an operational anchor—someone the business simply cannot function without.

On behalf of a premier, multi-branch financial services firm, we are seeking a highly organized, numerically sharp Senior HR & Administration Manager to take sole ownership of a critical, load-bearing portfolio. This role balances high-level strategic oversight with rigorous, hands-on operational execution.

As detailed in the Senior_HR_Admin_Manager_Job_Description (1).docx, you will act as the primary interface between executive leadership, a national network of financial advisors, and top-tier corporate stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Benefits & Health Admin: Act as the sole custodian of the company’s Group Risk and Health benefit programs; managing monthly data schedules, resolving billing discrepancies, and tracking claims.

• Advisor Reserve Fund Management: Execute sensitive financial administration by managing internal registers and external investment platform accounts (Investec/Ninety-One); processing authorized withdrawals, tracking interest, and issuing statements.

• Core HR & Compliance: Lead the full recruitment lifecycle, onboarding, and performance review cycles while ensuring strict compliance with EE, BBBEE, and WSP/ATR reporting.

• Employee Relations: Serve as an unbiased Chairperson for disciplinary and grievance hearings, partnering with external labor legal advisors to ensure 100% procedural fairness.

What We Are Looking For

• Industry Experience: Proven track record in a senior HR/operational role, specifically within financial services or wealth management.

• Financial Numeracy: Exceptional capability working with billing statements, fund balances, and payroll data—you spot variances immediately.

• Compliance DNA: Deep, functional knowledge of South African labor legislation (LRA, BCEA) and compliance frameworks (FICA, POPIA).

• Absolute Discretion: A flawless track record of handling highly sensitive financial and employee data with complete confidentiality.

What’s on Offer

• Market-related, negotiable CTC salary.

• Company-subsidized medical aid, group provident fund, and comprehensive Group Risk cover.

• Discretionary annual performance bonus.

• Support for professional development and compliance training