
HR BUSINESS PARTNER
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Société Générale Ghana PLC is a market leader in the financial services industries; one of the leading banks with 40-networked outlets across the country. As a subsidiary of Société Générale Group, the Bank offers Universal Banking and insurance services to its clients.
The Bank's mission is to be the preferred banking institution, and its values are Team Spirit, Responsibility, Commitment and Innovation.
The Bank is currently seeking to recruit an experienced The HR Business Partner (HRBP) who will be responsible for working closely with Business Units and Executive Management to identify the current and future needs of the business and assist design HR & OD strategies, plans, and interventions to ensure the department is equipped to succeed.
The job holder will also provide the strategic approach to Human Resources management and development that results in a more effective front-line delivery and meeting of business objectives.
The HRBP will be responsible for performing activities relating to strategic and operational Talent Management and Organizational Development programs and processes for the Bank. It includes, but not limited to, the development and deployment of processes, tools, programs and resources for Talent Acquisition, Talent Management and Retention, Talent Development, Career Development and Succession Planning Performance Management and Information Management. The jobholder will also work closely with the Bank's Leadership team, playing a pivotal role in the design and implementation of a wide range of projects and critical initiatives for the development of a high performance and progressive organizational culture
KEY RESULT AREAS/RESPONSIBILITIES
RECRUITMENT AND WORKFORCE PLANNING:
- Lead Undertake workforce planning on annual basis
- Ensure, for the departments in portfolio, the follow-up of staff budget : FTE / Outsourced / NSP / Interns
- Lead the creation of recruitment and interview plans for vacant position
- Effectively and efficiently ensure that vacant positions are adequately filled
- Conduct regular follow-ups with managers to determine the effectiveness of recruitment plans for implementation
- Aid in employment branding for the Bank both internally & externally.
- Ensure all pertinent applicant and interview data are inputted or updated into the Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)
- Ensure that Reference and Background checks for potential employees are conducted effectively
- Manage the delivery of the Recruitment & Selection Services of the bank measuring performance through agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPI) maximising efficiency and overall effectiveness off services.
- Ensure the Recruitment & Selection process is faire, transparent and in line with the Banks recruitment and placement policy
- Develop and introduce monthly reporting information and dashboard data, ensuring accuracy and timely production and effective use of all recruitment systems and data.
- Regularly review recruitment policies in order to determine required changes and recommend corrective actions where appropriate.
- Responsible for recruitment budget and integrity of financial records ensuring adherence to the Bank’s policies.
- Forecast Financial implications associated with the operational performance of the recruitment team ensuring that the business risk are identified, controlled and mitigated.
TALENT MANAGEMENT
- Responsibilities for the Annual Talent Review of his/her portfolio and monitoring to ensure planed actions for the year around the talent processes are carries out.
- Monitor mobility and opportunities for talents with a view to ensure “back-ups” and “successors” for key roles in the Bank and functions are being developed
- Apply rigor to the Banks selection processing and adapting selection method for the nature of the role being recruited
- Continual Improvement – Ensure best practices are applied in all functions for effective coaching and mentoring of talent/ high- potential employees
- Monitor the various indicators relating to the People Review process (gender balance, age, compensation …)
HR INTERVIEWS - CAREER MANAGEMENT - COUNSELLING
- Assist managers meet their business goals by maximizing their human capital and organization
- Carry out the different types of HR interviews with staff (Exit, Career meeting, Return from long-term absence)
- Analyze the content of the interviews, identify alarming points and propose solutions to improve employee well-being and HR indicators.
- Make mobility/training proposals to line managers / Learning and Development Advisor to enable Staff to develop their skills and careers.
GROUP COMPETENCIES
- Promote increased impact on clients
- Focusing energy and talent on collective success
- Thinking out of the box and creating the conditions that breed innovation
- Managing ethically and with courage
- Encouraging commitment through example and consideration for others
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Internal – Other HR team members, All staff, Heads of Departments/ Units, Exco Members
- External – HR Bodies & External recruitment agencies where necessary
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- A good understanding of the banking industry and a clear view of the long-term direction of the Bank (via collaborative working with other business units).
- Excellent knowledge of the business environment and understanding of financial and technical human resource issues
- In-depth knowledge of prevailing legislation and its impact on the business environment, and how to mitigate any risks associated with employee engagement and performance management.
- Excellent team player, capable of building effective relationships across functional units
- Creative and Innovative with an engaging personality
- Strong ability to work in a multi-cultural/diverse work environment,
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong ability to assess and analyse business risk
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of HR Strategy, Change Management and Employee Engagement with the ability to implement initiatives and programs in these areas.
- Strong organisational and administrative abilities are essential for effective delivery in this role.
- Excellent communication, analytical, negotiation, strategic planning, project management, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent IT Skills in MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, MS Projects and HR Information Systems/applications.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 1st Degree in Human Resources, Social Sciences, Organizational Psychology, Organisational Development or its equivalent
- Professional HR Certification will be an advantage
- A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a role within an HR context
HOW TO APPLY:
Qualified Applicants should send their application letters and CVs by email to
sgghana.jobs@socgen.com no later than 11th August 2025 with the subject; ‘HR BUSINESS PARTNER’.
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted