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Alicia Gerber

@aliciagerber

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HR Partner seeking a permanent remote role.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage my HR expertise to foster a positive workplace culture and drive strategic initiatives that support both employee growth and organizational success.

With over 10 years of HR experience, I pride myself on my ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. My analytical and problem-solving skills enable me to foster an employee-centered environment that drives company growth. I am dedicated to aligning HR strategies with operational goals, ensuring a high-performing and engaged workforce.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed complex employee relations issues, developed talent management strategies, and led organizational change initiatives. My experience includes overseeing HR administration, payroll, and compliance, as well as driving initiatives to enhance company culture and employee engagement. I am passionate about mentoring and guiding managers and employees to achieve their full potential.

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Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior People Partner

Current

Derivco

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Collaborated with business leaders to align HR strategies with operational goals, fostering a high-performing and engaged workforce. Partnered and guided for complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair, compliant, and effective resolutions.

HR strategy Employee Relations Talent Management Leadership HR Compliance

HR Business Support Partner

Derivco Recruitment & Selection

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 10 months)

Handled end-to-end recruitment and selection, including headhunting, sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates from junior to senior management levels. Supported leadership in talent acquisition, performance development, succession planning and retention of top talent.

Recruitment Talent Acquisition Candidate Sourcing

HR & Payroll Manager

Lebone Paarl Labels

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 10 months)

Managed personnel files, leave administration, UIF, and time and attendance systems. Updated and created job profiles, employment contracts, and memorandums, and managed weekly and monthly payroll using Sage Pastel.

SAGE Pastel Payroll Management Leave Management Policy Management

HR Generalist & Client Liaison

OFS Smart Repair

Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 10 months)

Ensured compliance with global employment laws and regulations. Lead organizational change initiatives, supported restructures and transformation projects.

HR Compliance Change Management Policy Development Employee Relations

HR Manager

DIY Superstore

Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 10 months)

Utilized data and analytics to provide insights, tracked trends, and recommend improvements. Drove initiatives to enhance company culture and employee engagement.

Data Analysis Employee Engagement Strategic Planning

Labour Relations Consultant

Invictus Group

Jan 2015 - Present (10 years 10 months)

Assisted division managers in identifying underperformers, consulted with individuals to identify areas for improvement, and conducted incapacity inquiries where applicable. Administered and drove performance improvement plans.

Performance Management Dispute Resolution Policy Implementation