Job Description

Artefact is the next generation end-to-end data service company, with a focus on consulting and marketing, that helps organisations transform data into value and business impact. Our broad range of data-driven solutions in data consulting and digital marketing are designed to meet our clients' specific needs, always conceived with a business-centric approach and delivered with tangible results. We have 1300+ employees across 20 offices who are focused on accelerating digital transformation. Thanks to a unique mix of company assets: State of the art data technologies, lean AI agile methodologies for fast delivery, and cohesive teams of the finest business consultants, data analysts, data scientists, data engineers, and digital experts, all dedicated to bringing extra value to every client.

About The Role Artefact is looking for an accomplished and innovative HR Lead to join our dynamic team in Africa. The HR Lead will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of HR strategy in the African Offices to attract, retain, and develop top talent. The role will report to the Senior Management team and work closely with department heads to ensure strategic alignment between HR policies and objectives. Key Areas of Responsibility Develop and implement HR policies and procedures that promote fairness, diversity, and inclusivity. Lead the recruitment and selection process, attracting a diverse pool of high-quality candidates. Manage the onboarding process for new hires and ensure a positive employee experience. Develop and implement training and development strategies to support the growth and development of employees. Identify and address employee relations and engagement issues through the implementation of HR initiatives Ensure compliance with local labor laws and regulations. Manage the payroll function, including accurate data processing and tax regulations compliance. Manage employee benefits programs, including healthcare, retirement plans, worker's compensation and leaves of absence. Provide guidance and support on performance management and employee disciplinary processes. Drive employee relations initiatives to create a work atmosphere that fosters engagement, productivity, and growth. Serve as a coach and mentor to all employees and managers while modeling the Artefact values.

Competences & Skills Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Master's Degree preferred. 7+ years of HR experience, with demonstrated experience in leading an HR function/department in a corporate environment. Experience in a multinational company is required. Thorough understanding of local labor laws and regulatory requirements. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to build and foster relationships across a broad range of stakeholders. Demonstrated expertise with HR technologies including HRIS, Applicant Tracking Systems and Benefits programs. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Fluency in English is essential, fluency in other languages is a plus. Strong ethical standards and a track record of integrity.

Our Belief We believe data is changing the world, and it's just the beginning. We want this to be done in the right way, with transparency and ethics. This is the only way to create sustainable impact for business and society.

Our Mission We are on a mission to build the next generation of data leaders who: Fully capture the power of data & digital to deliver business value ; Bring understanding, trust & transparency of data into our society.

Our Values Collaboration : People of different background and expertise working closely together; Trust & Transparency: Dealing with data topics with integrity and ethics; Realistic and honest with our capabilities and limitations; Innovation: Always working on the most trendy and new topics on data and digital; Always on top of the new ways of using data; Action: We would rather do than to tell what to do; Has a "building the plane while flying" agile mentality.

Our Unique Attributes We bring great value to business and create a better society with the understanding, transparency and ethical use of data ; We build the next generation of data leaders ; We disrupt the market : Data Native - Born with data and defining data ; ART + SCIENCE - Mixture of talents in ART (Creative, Planning, Media, Consumer Engagement) and SCIENCE (Data Consulting, Data Science, Data Engineer) ; One P&L - Integrated & collaborative, with all chapters working toward the same goal ; End to End - Capabilities from Strategize to Build to Run.

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