HR Assistant

Placements24; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Medical aid and pension contributions

On-the-job training and development

Welcoming team in East London

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic HR Assistant to support daily HR operations in East London. You will handle administrative tasks, maintain employee records, help with onboarding/offboarding, and assist recruitment efforts in a supportive team.

The role suits someone starting or developing a career in HR, with 1-2 years' admin/HR experience, proficiency in Word and Excel, and good communication skills. Training and benefits accompany a competitive entry-level salary.

Qualifications

• Matriculation certificate; a National Diploma or Certificate in HR is advantageous.
• 1–2 years of experience in an administrative or HR support role.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the HR department, including filing, data entry, and document management.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes for new and departing employees.
• Maintain accurate employee records in the HR Information System (HRIS).
• Support recruitment activities, such as scheduling interviews and posting job advertisements.
• Respond to basic employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of HR reports and presentations.

Skills

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

HRIS familiarity

Education

Matriculation certificate

HR diploma/certificate (advantageous)

Tools

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and organized HR Assistant to provide essential support to their HR department in East London . This role is vital for the smooth functioning of daily HR operations, assisting with administrative tasks, employee record management, and supporting recruitment efforts. You will be an integral part of the team, gaining valuable experience across various HR disciplines in a supportive environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone starting or developing their career in Human Resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the HR department, including filing, data entry, and document management.
• Assist with the onboarding and offboarding processes for new and departing employees.
• Maintain accurate employee records in the HR Information System (HRIS).
• Support recruitment activities, such as scheduling interviews and posting job advertisements.
• Respond to basic employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of HR reports and presentations.

Requirements

• Matriculation certificate; a National Diploma or Certificate in HR is advantageous.
• 1-2 years of experience in an administrative or HR support role.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and annual review.
• Contribution towards medical aid and pension fund.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and professional development.
• A welcoming team environment in East London .
• Access to company employee benefits and wellness programs.