Permanent Senior HR Business Partner | IQVIA Vacancies
Job Description
IQVIA Vacancies – Senior HR Business Partner
Location: Centurion, Gauteng
Company: IQVIA
Job Type: Permanent
Job Sector: Human Resources
Senior HR Business Partner – Africa
Reports To: HR Director, Africa
Workplace Profile: Hybrid
Job Overview
IQVIA is seeking a dynamic and strategic Senior HR Business Partner to align HR strategies with business objectives across our African operations. This role is critical in driving transformation, enhancing efficiency, and delivering high-impact HR solutions to leaders and employees. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with strong project management skills, capable of navigating a global matrix organization while fostering trust and collaboration at all levels.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Partnership
- Partner with business leaders to execute HR strategies that align with global and local business priorities.
- Provide expert HR guidance on performance management, team development, and change management.
- Analyze HR data to deliver actionable insights and support data-driven decision-making.
HR Efficiency & Policy Alignment
- Lead initiatives to standardize HR processes and enhance operational efficiency across Africa.
- Ensure HR policies comply with local regulations while aligning with business needs.
- Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence (CoEs) on policy development and transformation projects.
Employee Wellbeing & Engagement
- Design and implement a regional Wellbeing Plan addressing physical, emotional, financial, and workplace needs.
- Drive engagement initiatives using employee feedback and HR metrics to enhance workplace culture.
Performance & Leadership Development
- Coach managers on organizational effectiveness, leadership development, and career path planning.
- Support change management efforts to ensure smooth transitions and employee alignment.
Compliance & ER Management
- Ensure adherence to local labor laws, BBBEE requirements, and ethical HR practices.
- Handle complex employee relations matters, including CCMA processes.
HR Analytics & Reporting
- Utilize HR metrics to identify opportunities for improvement and present actionable recommendations.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders and foster a solutions-oriented work environment.
- Lead HR projects with precision while promoting a culture of professionalism and collaboration.
Qualifications & Skills
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- HR certifications (e.g., SHRM, CIPD) are a plus.
Experience:
- 5+ years in HR with a mix of generalist and business partnering roles.
- Expertise in HR strategy, transformation, and compliance in African markets.
- Strong knowledge of employment legislation (EE, BBBEE, CCMA).
- Proficiency in Excel, HR analytics, and PowerPoint for data-driven storytelling.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
- Exceptional stakeholder management and coaching skills.
- Strong project management and execution capabilities.
- High integrity, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity.
About IQVIA
IQVIA is a global leader in healthcare intelligence and clinical research, driving innovation to improve patient outcomes worldwide. Learn more at www.iqvia.com.
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