Payroll & HR Compliance Specialist

Placements24; O Mente; On-site; EUR 9,700 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented HR Administrator based in or near Queenstown, Eastern Cape, to manage payroll and HR compliance. You will work closely with the HR Manager and finance to ensure accurate payroll, up-to-date employee records, and compliant processes.

The role requires 1–3 years in HR administration with payroll focus, proficiency in payroll software and MS Excel, and a solid understanding of SA labour laws.

Qualifications

• HR/Payroll qualification required.
• 1–3 years HR administration with payroll focus.
• Proficient in payroll software and MS Excel.
• Strong knowledge of SA labour law: BCEA, UIF, PAYE.
• Excellent data entry and attention to detail.
• Organized with good time management and communication.
• Based in Queenstown or able to commute.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Ensure payroll regulatory compliance and tax requirements.
• Maintain employee records in the HRIS.
• Prepare HR reports (headcount, leave, payroll summaries).
• Assist with benefits administration (provident fund, medical aid).
• Support recruitment admin, onboarding, and offboarding.
• Handle payroll/HR policy queries.
• Contribute to HR projects and initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality and data integrity.

Skills

Payroll processing

HR administration

MS Excel

Payroll software

South African labour law

Education

HR/Payroll qualification

Tools

Payroll software

MS Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented HR Administrator based in or near Queenstown, Eastern Cape, to manage payroll and HR compliance. You will work closely with the HR Manager and finance to ensure accurate payroll, up-to-date employee records, and compliant processes.

The role requires 1–3 years in HR administration with payroll focus, proficiency in payroll software and MS Excel, and a solid understanding of SA labour laws.