HR Administrator Trainee - Hybrid, Mentorship & Growth

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a prominent public sector organization in Pretoria to recruit a Human Resources Administrator Trainee. This entry-level role offers hands-on exposure to recruitment support, onboarding, records management and HR system administration within a hybrid work setup.

You will learn from experienced HR professionals, develop strong organizational and communication skills, and contribute to accurate HR reporting and policy adherence while balancing remote and on-site work.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Interest in HR and willingness to learn.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Willingness to work both remotely and from the Pretoria office as per hybrid model.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the recruitment process, including posting job vacancies, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.
• Support the onboarding of new employees, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HR information system.
• Respond to basic employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of HR reports and presentations.
• Support the administration of employee benefits and leave management.
• Help organize and coordinate HR training and development programs.
• Ensure compliance with relevant labor laws and company policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

HR/Business Admin degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS

Job description

Placements24 partners with a prominent public sector organization in Pretoria to recruit a Human Resources Administrator Trainee. This entry-level role offers hands-on exposure to recruitment support, onboarding, records management and HR system administration within a hybrid work setup.

You will learn from experienced HR professionals, develop strong organizational and communication skills, and contribute to accurate HR reporting and policy adherence while balancing remote and on-site work.