This is a key role supporting the recruitment, development, and deployment of talent across the business as we grow. You will work closely with the Chief financial and operations officer (CFOO) and play a central role in ensuring our team is effectively supported and resourced to deliver on a wide range of projects.
We are seeking someone with strong interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to both people and systems. In this role, you will help identify resource needs across the organisation, coordinate recruitment processes, and work to ensure our people systems such as timesheets, leave tracking, and HR records are running smoothly. You will also help with compiling reports for internal decision-making and supporting staff development initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting end-to-end recruitment processes
- Managing HR administration and employee records
- Monitoring project resourcing and identifying gaps across teams
- Ensuring time and resource tracking systems are up to date
- Coordinating staff onboarding and development tracking
- Supporting performance review processes
- Contributing to the ongoing development of HR systems and practices
- A BCom, BA, or BSocSci degree (HR or Industrial psychology focus an advantage)
- Minimum of 35 years of experience in an HR role, ideally in a professional services environment (e.g. consulting, financial, or legal services)
- Strong communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills
- Experience using HR systems and an understanding of resource planning
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and pay close attention to detail
- A proactive mindset and a passion for supporting high-performing teams
Krutham is a mission-driven research and consulting business focused on solving complex challenges in financial markets, development, and policy. We work with investors, financial institutions, and policymakers to generate high-impact outcomes in South Africa and other emerging markets. We are widely recognised for the quality of our work and the calibre of our team.
Our head office is in Sandton, and this role will be based there. You will be joining a high-performance team committed to social impact, and you will work closely with colleagues holding MBAs, CA and CFA designations, and PhDs.
We offer a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where your contributions will be valued and your professional growth supported.
Interested?
Please apply through the website link. Applications close 21 May 2025, though the role may be filled sooner if the right candidate is identified.
