HR Administrator

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

Job summary

A respected organisation in financial services is seeking a meticulous and proactive HR Administrator for a maternity cover contract in Cape Town. You will coordinate HR administration, maintain HR databases, and support employee lifecycle processes. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of experience in HR Administration, a strong attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Office. This role offers valuable exposure to the full HR function within a supportive and professional team culture.

Benefits

Valuable exposure to the full HR function

Supportive and professional team culture

Opportunity to strengthen HR expertise

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in HR Administration or a similar HR support role.
• Strong understanding of HR processes, compliance, and best practices.
• Experience within financial services, wealth management, or professional services is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate full HR administration including onboarding and compliance documentation.
• Maintain and update HR databases and employee information.
• Support leave management and benefits administration.

Skills

HR Administration

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

HR-related qualification

Tools

HR information systems

Job description

A respected organisation in the financial services and wealth management industry is seeking a meticulous and proactive HR Administrator for a maternity cover contract. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a structured, high-integrity environment and enjoys supporting people operations. You will play a key role in maintaining HR processes, ensuring compliance, and providing seamless support to employees and leadership. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a trusted, values-driven organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate full HR administration including onboarding, contracts, personnel files, and compliance documentation.
• Maintain and update HR databases, employee information, and statutory records.
• Support leave management, benefits administration, and employee lifecycle processes.
• Assist with recruitment coordination: posting roles, scheduling interviews, and managing communication.
• Respond to HR queries and provide day-to-day support to staff with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Prepare HR reports, assist with payroll inputs, and track key HR metrics.
• Ensure continuity and smooth HR operations throughout the maternity cover period.

Requirements

• HR-related qualification preferred.
• 2–3 years’ experience in HR Administration or a similar HR support role.
• Experience within financial services, wealth management, or professional services is advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with HR information systems.
• Solid understanding of HR processes, compliance, and best practices.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage sensitive information.

Benefits

• Valuable exposure to the full HR function in a high-trust, compliance-focused environment.
• Supportive and professional team culture.
• Opportunity to strengthen HR expertise in a respected industry.