Overview
HR Advisor Jobs in Johannesburg at Align Technology
Description
As an HR Advisor supporting employees and leaders across multiple sites in the Morocco, South Africa and Gana, you will be responsible for delivering effective HR policies, processes, and practices across the region. The role focuses on compliance and governance, employee experience, performance management, employee relations, and the consistent application of HR processes.
This is a broad role requiring flexibility and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You will manage multiple priorities simultaneously and work effectively with people from diverse cultural backgrounds across MEA.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure effective HR policies, processes, and procedures are implemented and consistently applied across the region in line with company standards and local legislation
- Provide guidance and support to people managers on HR policies, performance management, employee relations, and employee lifecycle matters
- Support the organization’s Talent Management approach by driving annual HR processes, including performance reviews, talent reviews, and development planning
- Promote awareness and use of learning and development resources and ensure appropriate programs are in place to support employee growth and performance
- Manage employee relations matters, including disciplinary actions, grievances, and exits, ensuring legal compliance and risk mitigation
- Interpret and apply company policies and guidelines, ensuring local requirements are addressed where necessary
- Maintain strong working relationships with external HR vendors, suppliers, and service providers
- Work closely with Compensation & Benefits to ensure regional reward practices align with the EMEA framework while meeting local market and regulatory requirements
- Coordinate with Talent Acquisition to support timely and effective hiring across the region
- Maintain accurate HR data and provide relevant metrics and reporting
- Collaborate with HR Operations and Global HR teams to support the rollout and execution of HR initiatives
- Work with Payroll teams to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 4-6 years’ experience in a broad HR management role, preferably in a multinational or fast-growing organisation.
- Strong working knowledge of employment law in KSA and/or UAE
- Experience working with HR Centres of Excellence (e.g. HR Operations, Talent, Compensation & Benefits)
- Fluent in English and Arabic; French is preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across cultures
- Sound judgment and confidence in managing complex HR and employee relations matters
- Highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
About Align Technology
Your growth and well-being:
At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:
- Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.
- Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.
- Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.
- Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.
Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process.
Discover Align:
We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.
Align’s core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another— ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.
We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.
At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.
As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.
Eager to learn how we embrace our global differences and nurture employee well-being?
Explore Align’s culture here!
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Equal Opportunity Statement:
Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all our practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying, and employment eligibility will be verified as a condition of hire.
Title: HR Advisor
Company: Align Technology
Location: Johannesburg
