Senior Business Partner, People & Culture, Group Functions, Finance & Value Management

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 lead the People & Culture agenda for the Group Functions Finance & Value Management portfolio, using specialist knowledge, collaborating with senior stakeholders; advising the area on crafting & execution of bespoke & pragmatic people solutions. To formulate a way forward for the Group Functions, Finance & Value Management portfolio that is fit for purpose, advances the business agenda & people experience within a transforming organisation. To lead the portfolio’s change agenda, managing various stakeholders, ensuring visibility of the Business Partnering team in resolving highly complex problems.

Minimum qualifications

Degree in Human Resources Management / Behavioural Science / Social Science.

Experience required

•    10 years or more experience in People & Culture, with at least 5 years managing and leading a team.

•    Experience focusing on partnering with business managers, taking a commercial approach, using data & insights.

•    Experience within a multinational company working with and influencing senior management teams on People & Culture matters in a complex environment.

•    Demonstrated track record of successfully coaching & influencing business managers on people issues.

•    Deep knowledge & understanding of the role People & Culture management plays in enabling business commercial & social relevance, whilst remaining relevant to the people within the business.

•    Track record of successfully implementing integrated, effective People & Culture solutions in support of business specific objectives & driving for a sustainable performance in the businesses.

•    Prior experience in positioning employee centric People & Culture products to support business objectives.

 

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Convincing People
• Developing Strategies
• Directing People
• Embracing Change
• Empowering Individuals
• Establishing Rapport
• Exploring Possibilities
• Making Decisions
• Managing Tasks
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Decision Making
• Digital Advocacy
• Inclusive Facilitation
• Integrative Leadership
• Organisational Navigation
• Storytelling