At Iron Mountain we know that work, when done well, makes a positive impact for our customers, our employees, and our planet. That’s why we need smart, committed people to join us. Whether you’re looking to start your career or make a change, talk to us and see how you can elevate the power of your work at Iron Mountain.
We provide expert, sustainable solutions in records and information management, digital transformation services, data centers, asset lifecycle management, and fine art storage, handling, and logistics. We proudly partner every day with our 225,000 customers around the world to preserve their invaluable artifacts, extract more from their inventory, and protect their data privacy in innovative and socially responsible ways.
Are you curious about being part of our growth story while evolving your skills in a culture that will welcome your unique contributions? If so, let's start the conversation.
Iron Mountain is seeking a motivated HR Generalist to join our Human Resources team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing expert HR advice on employee relations, managing local organizational changes, and ensuring all people practices comply with South African labor laws.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you will:
Lead Employee Relations and Coaching: Respond to inquiries and provide expert coaching to people leaders on performance management, discipline, and grievances to maintain a high-performing workplace.
Manage Organizational Change and Compliance: Execute local reorganizations and reductions in force (RIFs) while ensuring full alignment with local labor laws and maintaining strong relationships with employee representatives.
Support the Employee Life-Cycle and Projects: Deliver key HR projects in partnership with global teams and manage essential life-cycle events, including onboarding, vetting, and employment documentation.
What You’ll Bring
The ideal candidate will have:
5+ years of experience in an HR Generalist or Employee Relations role.
Strong knowledge of South African labor legislation and practical experience managing complex, sensitive employee issues.
Proven ability in stakeholder management, with the skill to influence outcomes across a matrixed global environment.
A University Degree in Human Resources or a related field; professional HR certification is preferred.
Full professional proficiency in English.
What We Offer
Location: Johannesburg (hybrid).
Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with your experience.
Flexible work options to support a healthy work-life balance.
Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement plans.
Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth through our global network.