Website Unifi Group
We combine tech, data analytics and world-class customer service to offer intelligent lending that makes life easy. Our simple, fast unsecured personal loans can be accessed via our branches, apps and websites in South Africa, Tanzania and Zambia.
Purpose of the role
The HR Generalist owns the full HR function for our Stellenbosch office, reporting to the CHRO. From finding and hiring great people to building a workplace where people and managers do their best work. You stay close to the business, keep things simple and practical, and bring the Unifi way to life in the moments that matter.
Responsibilities
Own the end-to-end employee journey. Keep managers informed and provide practical insights to support people decisions
Build and maintain talent pipelines for recurring and hard to fill roles, ensuring we are always ready for growth
Manage relationships with external recruitment partners where it makes sense and ensure they deliver quality candidates
Represent Unifi at career fairs, networking events and other opportunities to attract great people
Deliver onboarding that helps new employees settle in quickly, understand the business, and start contributing with confidence
Partner closely with managers to ensure every new employee is supported, equipped and set up to succeed from day one
Build strong relationships with managers, understand their teams and challenges
Be a trusted partner to managers by providing practical guidance on people and processes related decisions
Drive the performance management process, ensuring expectations are clear, meaningful conversations happen and accountability is maintained
Work with the HR team and wider business to deliver people initiatives that improve engagement and capability
Make sure employee records, HR systems and people administration are accurate, reliable and up to date
Follow HR process consistently and monitor employees use the right tools and systems effectively
Help create an environment where people can do great work, thrive and contribute to the success of the business
Actively live the Unifi way and help make Unifi a fun place to work
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
5+ years’ experience in a generalist HR operations role, with exposure across the full employee lifecycle.
At least 2 years’ experience recruiting for technology, data or other specialist roles.
Confident supporting and challenging managers when needed, using sound judgement and a practical approach.
Clear, direct and respectful communicator.
Able to build strong relationships, earn trust and work effectively with people across teams and countries.
Organised and dependable, able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of work
Resilient, resourceful, hands-on, with a “let’s get it done” attitude
Passionate about helping people win and thrive in their role
Curious and always looking for better ways to improve how we work and how employees experience the business
Willing and able to travel across Africa as needed
Closing Date 03 July 2026
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