Job Description

The iGaming and Sports Betting sector is one of the fastest-evolving industries globally. Growth is aggressive, competition is fierce, and the businesses leading the market are the ones investing heavily in people, culture, innovation, and operational excellence.

Our client is a rapidly scaling force within the iGaming and Sports Betting industry — a sector driven by innovation, technology, customer experience, and relentless competition. As the business continues to expand, they are looking for a bold, commercially minded Head of HR to build, influence, and lead a people strategy capable of supporting serious growth.

This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who understands that modern HR is no longer administrative. It is strategic. It is operational. It is commercial. And in fast-moving industries like iGaming, it can be the difference between companies that grow and companies that dominate.

You will sit at the centre of the business, partnering with executive leadership, influencing key decisions, shaping culture, driving performance, and building an environment where top talent wants to stay, grow, and win.

If you thrive in high-performance environments, know how to scale teams in competitive industries, and can balance people strategy with business realities, this opportunity is built for you.

What You'll Be Responsible For

Leading the People Strategy

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  Develop and execute a forward-thinking HR strategy aligned to aggressive business growth objectives
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  Partner directly with C-suite and senior leadership on workforce planning, organisational design, succession planning, and business transformation
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  Drive a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and performance across the organisation
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  Build scalable HR frameworks capable of supporting rapid expansion across multiple business functions and territories
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  Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on all people-related matters

Building Exceptional Teams

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  Lead talent acquisition strategies designed to attract top-tier talent within highly competitive markets
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  Partner with hiring managers to identify critical skills gaps and future workforce requirements
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  Strengthen employer branding initiatives to position the company as an employer of choice within the iGaming and Sports Betting industry
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  Oversee onboarding strategies that create exceptional employee experiences from day one
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  Drive retention initiatives focused on engagement, development, and long-term growth

Creating a High-Performance Culture

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  Design and implement performance management frameworks that drive measurable results
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  Build leadership development programmes that strengthen management capability across the business
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  Create career development pathways that support internal mobility and succession planning
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  Champion employee wellbeing, engagement, and company culture initiatives
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  Foster an environment where high-performing individuals and teams can thrive

Driving HR Operations & Compliance

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  Ensure full compliance with South African labour legislation and HR best practices
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  Oversee HR governance, policies, procedures, and risk management frameworks
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  Manage employee relations matters including disciplinary processes, grievances, and conflict resolution
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  Drive HR analytics, reporting, and data-driven decision-making across the people function
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  Continuously improve HR systems, processes, and operational efficiencies

Leading Through Growth & Change

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  Support large-scale organisational change and transformation initiatives
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  Navigate the complexity of a fast-paced, evolving business environment
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  Build trust and credibility across all levels of the organisation
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  Lead and mentor the HR team while elevating overall HR capability
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  Bring fresh thinking, innovation, and strategic insight into the people function

What We're Looking For

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  Proven experience in a senior HR leadership role within iGaming, Sports Betting, Online Gaming, FinTech, Technology, Digital Entertainment, or another high-growth industry
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  Strong strategic HR capability combined with hands-on operational leadership
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  Experience scaling teams and building HR structures within rapidly growing businesses
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  Exceptional stakeholder management and executive-level communication skills
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  Strong understanding of South African labour law and HR compliance
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  Commercially astute with the ability to connect people strategy to business performance
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  Experience driving organisational development, culture transformation, and employee engagement initiatives
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  Confident operating in high-pressure, fast-moving environments where adaptability is critical
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  Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence at all levels
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  Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, or related field
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  Additional HR certifications would be advantageous

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

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  Join one of the world's fastest-growing digital industries
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  Work alongside ambitious leadership teams driving major growth initiatives
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  Influence strategic business decisions at executive level
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  Build and shape the future culture of a scaling organisation
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  Be part of an environment where innovation, speed, and performance are valued
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  Competitive salary package with strong long-term growth potential

The reality is simple: great businesses are built by great people.

This role is about finding them, developing them, retaining them, and building a culture where they perform at their best.

For the right HR leader, this is far more than another corporate role. It is an opportunity to leave a genuine mark on a business operating in one of the most dynamic industries globally.