Graduate Human Resources Assistant

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship

Diverse HR exposure

Career growth

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a Graduate Human Resources Assistant to join the HR team and gain hands-on experience across recruitment, onboarding, and HR administration. You will support the employee lifecycle and help foster a positive workplace culture.

This role is ideal for graduates passionate about people management and organizational development, offering mentorship and exposure to diverse HR disciplines to build a solid foundation for a career in human resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology or related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the recruitment process, including posting job openings and screening resumes.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate candidate assessments.
• Support onboarding processes for new hires, including paperwork and orientation.
• Maintain employee records and HR databases accurately.
• Provide administrative support to the HR department, such as preparing correspondence and reports.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Microsoft Office

Proactive learning

Discretion/confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business / Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and people-oriented graduate to join their team as a Graduate Human Resources Assistant in Paarl . This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience across all facets of human resources, including recruitment, employee relations, and HR administration. You will work closely with the HR team to support the employee lifecycle and contribute to a positive workplace culture. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about people management and organizational development, looking to build a foundation in HR.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the recruitment process, including posting job openings and screening resumes.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate candidate assessments.
• Support onboarding processes for new hires, including paperwork and orientation.
• Maintain employee records and HR databases accurately.
• Provide administrative support to the HR department, such as preparing correspondence and reports.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• A proactive approach and a willingness to learn about HR best practices.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary and benefits package.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship within the HR function.
• Exposure to various HR disciplines and practical application of policies in Paarl .
• Opportunity to contribute to employee experience and organizational growth.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.