HR Administrator

Persona Staff; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A human resources consultancy in Cape Town is seeking an HR and Payroll Administrator to manage daily administrative tasks, coordinate recruitment processes, and ensure compliance with South African labour laws. The successful candidate will need strong communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to provide essential support in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an HR Administration or Payroll role.
• Solid understanding of South African labour legislation and payroll processes.
• Strong organisational, administrative, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR and payroll administration.
• Coordinate recruitment, selection, onboarding, and contracting processes.
• Administer payroll inputs including hours, leave, deductions, and payslips.

Skills

HR Administration

Payroll Processing

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day HR and payroll administration
• Coordinate recruitment, selection, onboarding, and contracting processes
• Maintain employee records, job descriptions, and organograms
• Administer payroll inputs including hours, leave, deductions, and payslips
• Prepare payroll reports, EMP201, EMP501, ETI, and headcount reports
• Support employee relations, disciplinary processes, and performance management
• Coordinate skills development initiatives, training, and SETA submissions
• Assist with employment equity compliance and reporting
• Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and compliance documentation
• Provide HR reporting and administrative support to management

Requirements:

• Proven experience in an HR Administration or Payroll role
• Solid understanding of South African labour legislation and payroll processes
• Strong organisational, administrative, and time-management skills
• Confident communicator able to work across all levels of the business
• High attention to detail and ability to work in a deadline-driven environment
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel essential)

To apply, please email your CV to: