Graduate Human Resources Assistant

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Learning and development opportunities

Exposure to HR functions

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Graduate Human Resources Assistant role in East London. This entry-level position offers hybrid work and broad exposure to HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, administration, and employee relations.

You will work closely with HR professionals, gaining hands-on experience in a supportive, development-focused environment. The role is ideal for graduates looking to launch a career in HR, with opportunities for training, growth, and contribution to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, psychology, business admin or related field.
• Understanding of basic HR principles and practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruitment: post ads, screen resumes, schedule interviews.
• Support onboarding and offboarding for new and departing employees.
• Maintain employee records and HR databases with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Respond to basic employee inquiries on HR policies and procedures.
• Coordinate employee training and development programs.
• Provide administrative support to the HR team (reports, correspondence).

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Psychology / Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an organized and personable Graduate Human Resources Assistant to support their HR department in East London , with a hybrid work model. This entry-level position is designed for individuals keen on launching a career in Human Resources, offering broad exposure to HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, and administration. You will work closely with HR professionals, contributing to a positive and efficient workplace environment. We provide a nurturing setting for skill development and career progression in the HR field.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the recruitment process, including posting job ads, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes for new and departing employees.
• Maintain employee records and HR databases, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Respond to basic employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Assist in the coordination of employee training and development programs.
• Provide administrative support to the HR team, such as preparing correspondence and reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Understanding of basic HR principles and practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for learning and professional development in HR.
• Exposure to all facets of the HR function.
• A supportive and professional team environment in East London .