PEOPLE ARE OUR BUSINESS

The right people, a well-run workforce, & practical HR support.

We help organisations in South Africa and around the world hire the right people, manage their contractors and get practical HR support.

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How we can help you

Permanent Recruitment & Executive Search

We find professional, specialist and senior people who suit both the role and your culture.

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Contractor Management & Workforce Solutions

Admin behind your contract workforce, from onboarding and timesheets to payroll inputs and exits.

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HR Advisory & Outsourced HR

Contracts and policies, performance management, guidance on employee relations and ongoing support.

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Behind every successful placement is a story of the right match.

Samsung recruitment case study: building high-performing teams

Building high-performing teams at Samsung

Samsung requires a more efficient way to secure high-quality talent without being overwhelmed by volume hiring. We support this by delivering a carefully curated selection of candidates who are both technically capable and culturally aligned, while staying involved from interview through onboarding. This approach continues to reduce hiring time, improve retention, and strengthen trust within their teams.

Nestlé recruitment case study: filling specialised IT and sales roles

Solving critical talent gaps at Nestlé

Nestlé faces ongoing challenges in filling specialised roles across IT, governance, and niche sales—positions that demand rare skill sets and experience. We address this through a responsive, hands-on approach, sourcing targeted talent and maintaining clear communication throughout the process. As a result, they continue to close critical roles efficiently while benefiting from a more reliable and transparent recruitment experience.

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What does LynneWaters Personnel do?

LynneWaters Personnel is a workforce and HR partner for employers in South Africa and around the world. We work in three areas: permanent recruitment and executive search, contractor management and workforce solutions, and HR advisory and outsourced HR. You can use one service on its own or combine them as your business grows.

How is LynneWaters different from a recruitment agency?

A typical agency fills a vacancy and moves on. We look at the whole people picture: who you need to hire, how your contract workforce is run, and whether your HR foundations, such as contracts, policies and performance processes, are in place. Since 2019 we have worked with organisations such as Nestlé, Sanlam, Santam, Samsung, PwC and Liberty.

Which industries do you specialise in?

We work across six industries: banking and financial services, insurance, professional services and consulting, telecommunications and technology, engineering and manufacturing, and legal and corporate services. We are based in Bryanston, Johannesburg, and support clients in South Africa and around the world.

How do you make sure a candidate is the right fit?

Every search starts with a clear brief and success profile for the role. Candidates are screened against it, interviewed for competencies and, where needed, assessed with psychometric or technical tests. We also check qualifications, criminal records, right to work and references, in line with data protection law, including POPIA in South Africa.

I am looking for a job. How can LynneWaters help me?

Browse our current vacancies on our jobs board and apply for the roles that suit you. Our consultants get to know your experience and goals, match you to suitable opportunities, help you prepare for interviews and support you through to placement.

How do we get started?

Send us a message through the contact form, call 010 824 7056 or email info@lynnewaters.co.za. We start with a short conversation about what you need, then agree the scope, approach and next steps with you before any work begins.

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Whether you’re looking for exceptional talent or your next career move, we’re here to help. Reach out and our team will guide you to the support you need.

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