We're celebrating Rosche, Senior HR Business Partner at OryxAlign South Africa, as she marks her first year with us at OryxAlign. From career progression to building meaningful relationships and supporting the growth of our South African team, Rosche reflects on her journey so far, the people who have made it special and what she's looking forward to next.
It's been an exciting first year for Rosche, who recently celebrated her one-year anniversary at OryxAlign. Since joining as an HR Business Partner, she's contributed to key people initiatives and progressed into her current role as Senior HR Business Partner.
For Rosche, it was the opportunity to be part of a growing business and make a meaningful impact that first attracted her to OryxAlign.
"During the interview process, I got a strong sense that the company valued people, collaboration, and continuous improvement. My first impression was that everyone was incredibly welcoming and approachable, which made settling in much easier."
Reflecting on her progression, Rosche describes the past year as an exciting and rewarding journey, with opportunities to grow professionally, take on new responsibilities and contribute to the wider business.
"Being promoted to Senior HR Business Partner was a proud moment and a reflection of the trust and support I've received from the leadership team."
One of her proudest achievements has been helping to establish the HR function in South Africa, putting new processes in place and building strong working relationships with employees and managers across the company.
A significantly memorable part of Rosche's first year has been witnessing the remarkable growth of the South African team.
When she first joined OryxAlign, the South African office had just five employees. One year later, that number has grown to 33, and the team continues to expand.
"Being part of that journey and contributing to the development of the team, culture, and people experience has been a truly monumental and rewarding experience for me."
When asked to describe the South African team, Rosche chose the words resilient, supportive and ambitious. Resilient in the way colleagues adapt to challenges and changing priorities, supportive in their willingness to help one another succeed, and ambitious in their shared drive to continuously improve and deliver excellent results.
For Rosche, it's the people who make the biggest difference. Across the Service Desk and business support functions, including HR, Procurement and Finance, colleagues are willing to step beyond their day-to-day responsibilities to support the wider goals of the business.
"There is a genuine sense of teamwork and willingness to help one another. No matter how busy things get, people remain approachable and committed to achieving the best outcomes for our clients and colleagues."
It's this shared commitment that truly captures the culture and spirit of OryxAlign South Africa, particularly during challenging periods when colleagues come together to support one another, solve problems and work towards shared goals.
Throughout her first year, Rosche has had the opportunity to work closely with colleagues and leaders across OryxAlign, building relationships that have helped shape her experience and professional development.
She's particularly grateful for the guidance and support of Helen Peckham, Head of HR, who has played an important role in her journey.
"One of the many qualities I admire most about Helen is her ability to lead with grace. She consistently balances professionalism, empathy, and integrity, creating an environment where people feel supported, empowered, and encouraged to grow."
Reflecting on Rosche's first year, Helen shares:
"Rosche joined us at a time when we needed someone who could make an immediate impact, and she has done exactly that. She quickly established trust, helped ensure our HR practices remained compliant, and consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic and a proactive approach. Her willingness to get stuck in and support the team wherever needed has been invaluable, and she has become someone I can genuinely depend upon."
For Rosche, having the opportunity to learn from others, share knowledge and take on new responsibilities has helped build her confidence and shape the way she approaches her own role as an HR professional.
"I've learned that I thrive in environments that challenge me and encourage growth. Professionally, I've become more confident in navigating complex people matters, influencing decisions, and leading initiatives."
She's also learned the importance of balancing resilience with adaptability, something that has helped her navigate a busy and rewarding first year.
As Rosche reflects on her first year, it's the opportunities to develop, the relationships she's built and the shared commitment to the team's success that stand out most. She believes OryxAlign South Africa offers an environment where people are genuinely valued, encouraged to learn and given opportunities to make a real impact.
For anyone considering joining the team, Rosche has a simple message:
"It's a place where you can challenge yourself, develop your skills, and work with talented people who want to see you succeed."
Looking ahead, she's excited to continue growing personally and professionally while supporting the development of OryxAlign's people and the continued expansion of the South African operation.
"The team has achieved a great deal in a relatively short period, and I'm looking forward to being part of the next chapter as we continue to build something special together."
Congratulations on your first year at OryxAlign, Rosche! We look forward to seeing what the next chapter brings.