HR Administrator

ENS; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking an HR Administrator to manage the recruitment process and provide support in Cape Town. Responsibilities include maintaining the recruitment database, handling interviews, and ensuring compliance with HR protocols. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role, excellent communication abilities, and strong IT skills. The position demands attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving, aligned with the firm's commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role within a professional services environment.
• Proficiency in managing large amounts of data.
• Commitment to solving problems and improving standards.

Responsibilities

• Administer the recruitment process and provide general support.
• Manage recruitment database and filter applications.
• Coordinate interviews and conduct background checks.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Strong IT skills

Administration and organizational skills

Ability to handle confidential information

Education

Tertiary qualification in HR or Administration

Grade 12

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

HR Administrator (FTC) - ENS Cape Town

The temp assignment will be from 1 Feb 2026 until 21 July 2026.

The successful incumbent will be responsible for administering the recruitment process and fulfilling a general support function to the team. The successful applicant will be driven to perform, deliver outputs with urgency, be collaborative and handle pressure well. The candidate must be able and willing to process high volumes of documents and provide continuous feedback.

A general outline of the position includes the duties and responsibilities noted below but are not limited to:

• Managing an online and paper-based recruitment database
• Providing feedback to web queries within timeframes specified
• Preparing and maintaining various schedules
• Filtering and shortlisting applications
• Interacting and following up with various levels of candidates and support staff
• Coordinating interviews and assessment appointments
• Preparing interview packs
• Booking boardroom as and when required
• Conducting background and reference checks
• Filing and ad hoc administration
• Maintain HR records by updating and communicating new appointments, transfers, terminations, changes in job titles
• Leave administration
• Adhering to all standard operating procedures (SOPs) specific to area of responsibility
• Pipelining of high-volume roles (when required)
• Drafting of letters and internal memos
• Assist with all employee wellness initiatives

Onboarding

• The incumbent will send an email to the LPC on the 3rd of every month to inform them about new starters and leavers.

Knowledge and Skills

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role within a professional services environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• The ability to prioritise and understand the urgency of all tasks and completing projects/tasks in as short-as-possible time without sacrificing quality or compromising on standards.
• Exhibit sound judgement and the ability to deal with confidential information.
• The ability to be assertive and tactful.
• The ability to sort and make sense of large amounts of data.
• The ability to come up with new ideas and have a commitment to solving problems.
• Have a strong focus on pro‑activity and taking initiative.
• Have strong IT skills and ability to learn systems.
• Have a flexible approach to an ever‑changing environment and last‑minute variations/inputs.
• Have strong administration and organizational skills.
• An eye for detail and desire to improve standards and deliver excellence.
• Strong sense of ENSafrica’s culture and alignment to ENSafrica’s vision and values – loyalty to the firm.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime whenever necessary to ensure the successful completion of a project / task when needs arise.

Educational Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Tertiary qualification in HR or Administration essential
• Experience with recruitment practices would be advantageous
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)