Graduate HR Trainee: Onboarding & Recruitment

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Comprehensive training

HR career development

Supportive team environment

Certification opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Graduate Trainee Human Resources Assistant in Benoni. This entry-level role suits recent graduates seeking hands-on HR exposure across recruitment, onboarding, HR record maintenance and general administration.

You will work with a supportive HR team, gain practical experience in employee relations, lifecycle management and HR best practices, with opportunities for development and certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, psychology, business administration or related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• A genuine interest in HR and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruitment: post openings, screen resumes, schedule interviews.
• Support onboarding of new employees and complete paperwork.
• Maintain accurate HR records and update HRIS.
• Provide administrative support and prepare reports.
• Respond to employee queries on HR policies and procedures.
• Assist in organizing HR-related events and training.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Discretion with confidential info

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/psychology/business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 invites applications for a Graduate Trainee Human Resources Assistant in Benoni. This entry-level role suits recent graduates seeking hands-on HR exposure across recruitment, onboarding, HR record maintenance and general administration.

You will work with a supportive HR team, gain practical experience in employee relations, lifecycle management and HR best practices, with opportunities for development and certification.