HR Administrator

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Professional development

EAP access

Team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive HR Administrator to join a remote-first team in South Africa. You will maintain employee records, support recruitment, payroll inputs, onboarding and offboarding, and respond to HR inquiries in a distributed environment.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, strong organizational skills, and clear remote collaboration. A relevant HR qualification and HRIS experience are essential, with opportunities for professional development and employee support programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field.
• Proven HR Administrator experience.
• Familiarity with HRIS and payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS with accuracy.
• Assist in recruitment: post ads, schedule interviews, screen candidates.
• Process payroll inputs and ensure timely distribution of pay.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Respond to employee inquiries on HR policies, benefits, procedures.
• Prepare HR reports and presentations for management.

Skills

HRIS

Payroll

Organization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Tools

HRIS software

Payroll software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Administrator to join their dynamic team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be instrumental in supporting various HR functions, ensuring smooth and efficient operations of the department. This role is perfect for an individual passionate about human resources, seeking to contribute to a positive employee experience in a remote-first environment. You will handle administrative tasks that are crucial for maintaining accurate employee records and supporting HR initiatives, all while collaborating with a geographically dispersed team.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee records in the HR Information System (HRIS) with utmost accuracy.
• Assist in the recruitment process, including posting job ads, scheduling interviews, and conducting initial candidate screenings.
• Process payroll inputs and ensure timely and accurate distribution of employee compensation.
• Support the onboarding and offboarding processes for new and departing employees.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Prepare HR reports and presentations as required by management.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Human Resources or a related field.
• Proven experience as an HR Administrator or in a similar HR support role.
• Familiarity with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• The flexibility of a fully remote work arrangement.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning in HR practices.
• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team environment.