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Marike S.

Cape Town, South Africa

$30/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I bring 12 years of retail banking experience specialising in Human Capital consulting, talent acquisition and employee relations. I partner with leaders across Sales, Distribution and Enablement to deliver strategic HR solutions that strengthen capability and support business goals. As a trusted HC consultant, I drive succession planning, performance management and leadership development through coaching and first‑line support. I provide robust ER guidance, including preparing charges, enquiry documentation and supporting initiators to present cases confidently and in line with policy. My talent background includes leading end‑to‑end recruitment, advising hiring managers on strategic hiring and redesigning TA processes to improve efficiency and compliance. I prioritise respect, integrity and proactive communication to build positive, productive work environments. If you’re looking for a strategic partner to elevate your talent and HC initiatives, I’m ready to collaborate and create meaningful impact.

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Andrew M.

Cape Town, South Africa

$50/hr
4.0
1 jobs

I'm an HR specialist with extensive Africa experience, available as an expert resource for strategic business initiatives, organization development, HR policy and compliance, workforce development and coaching. Seeking challenging consulting or short-term opportunities in the private, public or non-profit sector. - Expertise in national labour law and compliance issues in the Africa context - Advanced skills in policy and procedure development and implementation - Global compensation, salary benchmarking and job evaluation - Change management coach experienced in guiding organizations through major transformations - Employee relations management and resolution of critical issues - management and leadership of remote/dispersed/multi-country teams - Ability to drive diversity, inclusion and equity strategies ensuring cultural change - Excellent consulting, coaching, training and organizational skills

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Laila K.

Cape Town, South Africa

$40/hr
5.0
1 jobs

HR Leader, Talent Consultant and Coach, bringing over 15 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, People Operations and Talent Management. My unique strength lies in a holistic approach to people operations, where I integrate strategic HR expertise with transformative coaching to build high-performing cultures and empower individuals. I excel at partnering with leadership to design and implement HR strategies that drive organisational effectiveness, talent acquisition, employee engagement and HR process optimisation. My skills encompass the full employee lifecycle, from strategic talent acquisition and robust onboarding to performance management and employee relations. Beyond traditional HR, my passion lies in unlocking human potential through dedicated coaching. As an ICF-accredited coach, I provide leadership coaching, career transition support and facilitate team development, drawing on my background in Industrial & Organisational Psychology and Strategic HR Management. This allows me to offer a powerful blend of strategic insight, empathetic listening, and actionable guidance, helping both individuals and teams achieve their goals and navigate complex professional landscapes. I am adept at delivering impactful solutions in diverse international settings (Switzerland, South Africa, USA, Nigeria).

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