Graduate Trainee Human Resources Assistant

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training and development

Positive work environment

Career advancement

Exposure to diverse HR activities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Trainee Human Resources Assistant to join their HR team in Mahikeng. This entry-level role provides exposure to recruitment, onboarding, training, and HR administration, helping you develop essential people-management skills.

You will support HR processes, maintain employee records, assist with documentation, and respond to basic inquiries, contributing to a positive employee experience and early career growth in a dynamic organization.

Qualifications

• A recent degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Understanding of basic HR principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a high level of discretion.

Responsibilities

• Assist with 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 ensure data accuracy in HR systems.
• Provide administrative support to the HR department, including preparing documents and correspondence.
• Respond to basic employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Discretion

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 Trainee Human Resources Assistant to join their HR department in Mahikeng . This role provides a fantastic entry into the field of Human Resources, offering exposure to various HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, training, and administration. You will support the HR team in ensuring the smooth operation of HR processes and contributing to a positive employee experience. This is an ideal opportunity for graduates interested in pursuing a career in people management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with 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 ensure data accuracy in HR systems.
• Provide administrative support to the HR department, including preparing documents and correspondence.
• Respond to basic employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.

Requirements

• A recent degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Understanding of basic HR principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a high level of discretion.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with opportunities for career advancement in HR.
• Comprehensive training and development in various HR functions.
• Exposure to a wide range of HR activities within a dynamic organization in Mahikeng .
• Supportive HR team and a positive work environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to employee welfare and organizational development.