HR Administrator - Remote

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Health insurance options

Paid time off and public holidays

Retirement savings plan

Opportunities for HR training and upsk

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking an organized HR Administrator to join our fully remote team. This role handles employee records, HR documents, onboarding and ongoing HR support across a distributed workforce.

You will work independently using digital tools to ensure accurate HR operations and timely responses to employee inquiries. The ideal candidate is highly organized, communicates clearly, and can manage tasks remotely with discretion and professionalism.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field is an advantage.
• 1-3 years of experience in an HR administrative or general office support role.
• Previous experience in a remote work environment is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS.
• Process HR-related documentation, such as employment contracts and offer letters.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes for new and departing employees.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Support the HR team with scheduling meetings and preparing HR reports.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits programs.
• Help coordinate HR training and development activities.
• Manage and organize HR filing systems, both digital and physical where applicable.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR department as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Remote work capability

Proactive support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related field (advantage)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS systems

Job description

About the Role

WhatJobs Direct is seeking an organized and detail-oriented HR Administrator to join our fully remote team. This role is essential for maintaining the efficiency and accuracy of our HR operations. You will be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks, including managing employee records, processing HR documents, and supporting HR initiatives. As a fully remote position, you will work independently using our digital platforms and communication tools to ensure seamless HR support for our employees. This is a fantastic opportunity for an administrative professional with a passion for human resources to contribute to a growing, distributed workforce. You will be a key point of contact for employees seeking HR support and will play a vital role in ensuring that our HR processes run smoothly and efficiently, wherever our team members are located. The ideal candidate is highly organized, possesses excellent communication skills, and is adept at managing tasks remotely. This role is fully remote, with a connection to Klerksdorp, North West, ZA, offering the flexibility to work from home while supporting our national operations. We value efficiency and accuracy in all our administrative functions, making this role critical to our operational success in a remote-first context.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS.


• Process HR-related documentation, such as employment contracts and offer letters.


• Assist with the onboarding and offboarding processes for new and departing employees.


• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.


• Support the HR team with scheduling meetings and preparing HR reports.


• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.


• Assist in the administration of employee benefits programs.


• Help coordinate HR training and development activities.


• Manage and organize HR filing systems, both digital and physical where applicable.


• Provide general administrative support to the HR department as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field is an advantage.


• 1-3 years of experience in an HR administrative or general office support role.


• Previous experience in a remote work environment is highly preferred.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and HRIS systems.


• Excellent organizational and time management skills.


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.


• Good written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively.


• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.


• A proactive and helpful attitude towards supporting colleagues.


• Familiarity with the Klerksdorp, North West, ZA area can be beneficial for understanding regional nuances, though the role is entirely remote.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.


• Fully remote work arrangement.


• Health insurance options.


• Paid time off and public holidays.


• Retirement savings plan.


• Opportunities for training and skill development in HR.


• Access to modern remote work tools and technologies.


• Supportive virtual team and management.


• Contribution to impactful HR operations.


• Flexibility to manage your work-life balance effectively.