HR Administrator

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Cape Town is looking for a detail-oriented HR Administrator to provide maternity cover for 4–5 months. This role requires strong hands-on experience with Sage 300 People and extensive knowledge of HR processes and compliance. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in HR Administration, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively. A successful track record in data integrity and HR compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in an HR Administration role.
• Proven experience working on Sage 300 People HRIS.
• Solid knowledge of HR compliance and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Support performance management processes.
• Ensure data integrity and HR compliance.
• Manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality.

Skills

Sage 300 People

Attention to detail

HR process knowledge

Data integrity

Risk controls

Performance management

Problem-solving

Confidentiality

Tools

Sage 300 People HRIS

MIE system

Job description

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd | Contract

HR Administrator

Brackenfell, South Africa | Posted on 13/01/2026

Red Ember Recruitment is recruiting a detail-oriented and highly capable HR Administrator for a client based in Cape Town , to provide maternity cover for a period of 4–5 months.

This role is ideal for a strong HR Administrator with excellent systems knowledge, a high level of accuracy, and solid experience in HR processes and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Strong hands-on experience with Sage 300 People (HRIS and workflows).
• High attention to detail with strong HR process knowledge.
• Experience in data integrity, risk controls, and HR compliance.
• Familiarity with the MIE system (advantageous).
• Support of performance management processes.
• High ownership, accuracy, and accountability.
• Deadline-driven with excellent follow-through.
• Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality.
• High levels of confidentiality and discretion.

Requirements

• 3–5 years’ experience in an HR Administration role.
• Proven experience working on Sage 300 People HRIS.
  
• Solid knowledge of HR compliance and best practices.