HR & Payroll Manager

Talent Evolution (Pty) Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an HR & Payroll Manager for a pivotal role in Pretoria. This position offers the opportunity to manage the complete employee lifecycle and ensure payroll accuracy across multiple business units. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in HR and payroll, with a strong understanding of South African labor laws. You will thrive in a standalone role, providing guidance on employee relations and legislative compliance while preparing insightful HR analytics for management. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will make a significant impact on organizational success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in HR and payroll roles with a strong focus on compliance.
• Experience managing payroll processing and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll processing and ensure compliance with legislation.
• Lead HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, and performance reviews.

Skills

HR Management

Payroll Processing

Employee Relations

South African Labour Law

Microsoft Excel

Sage Payroll Software

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

HR & Payroll Manager required in Pretoria.

This standalone role is ideal for an experienced HR and payroll professional who thrives on autonomy and is confident managing both strategic and operational responsibilities across a multi-site business.

The position oversees the entire employee lifecycle and ensures payroll accuracy and compliance. You will be the go-to person for HR guidance, employee relations, legislative compliance, and reporting, making this a vital role within the leadership support structure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage full payroll processing for salaried and wage staff across multiple business units.
• Ensure accuracy in the capture and processing of hours worked, leave balances, bonuses, deductions, and statutory contributions (UIF, PAYE, etc.).
• Lead all core HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, performance reviews, disciplinary processes, and terminations.
• Ensure policies and procedures are compliant with BCEA, LRA, and other relevant legislation.
• Advise and support senior managers on employee relations, development, and compliance.
• Manage employment equity reporting and coordinate employee benefits.
• Prepare and present payroll summaries and HR analytics to management.
• Maintain HR and payroll systems with up-to-date, audit-ready records.
• Serve as a key point of contact for employee concerns and queries.

Requirements:

• Based in Pretoria East or nearby.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a dual HR and payroll role.
• Proven experience with payroll software such as Sage.
• Solid understanding of South African labour law and payroll tax regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Candidate Attributes:

• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage sensitive issues discreetly.
• Independent, self-sufficient, and confident in a standalone role.
• Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and highly organised.
• Comfortable advising senior leadership and interacting across all levels of staff.
• Proactive, problem-solving mindset with a strong sense of accountability.
• Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced, multi-location environment.