HR Assistant Manager

The Recruitment Guy (Pty) Ltd; Ladysmith; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HR Assistant Manager for permanent employment in Ladysmith. The successful candidate will assist the HR Manager, ensuring effective human resource services and legal compliance. The role requires a degree in HR, proven experience in the FMCG/Supply Chain industry, and strong interpersonal skills. Knowledge of labour law and HR metrics is essential, with computer skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint preferred. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to the development and monitoring of HR strategies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as HR Assistant Manager in FMCG/Supply Chain industry.
• In-depth knowledge of labour law and HR best practices.
• Demonstrable experience with Human Resources metrics.

Responsibilities

• Assist HR Manager in providing HR services to various departments.
• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business strategy.
• Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management.
• Conduct monthly employee audits and manage HR data.

Skills

People oriented

Results driven

Active listening

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal relationship management

Knowledge of HR metrics

Ability to speak Zulu

Education

Degree / Diploma in HR or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

HR Assistant Manager position available in Ladysmith.

An opportunity for an experienced HR ASSISTANT MANAGER is required for permanent employment based in Ladysmith.

Main responsibility is to assist the HR Manager in the company’s HR Department and ensure that you provide a professional Human resource service to the company’s various departments and depots as required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in the development and implementation of HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy
• Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other issues
• Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital
• Participate in the development and monitoring of overall HR strategies, systems, tactics and procedures across the organization
• Nurture a positive working environment
• Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management
• Produce an HR Quality management system
• Attend to department of labour inspections
• Participate in the development of an employee self service system
• Ensure that info in the access payroll system is updated on HR modules
• Ensure accurate and up to date HR and employee data management
• Conduct a monthly employee audit against employees paid and post allocations
• Ensure that Employment Equity committee meetings are conducted and submission made timeously .
• Attend to the social welfare and support mechanisms for employees.
• Assist with the bi monthly employee communication presentations
• Assist with the various committees in the workplace

Requirements:

• Degree / Diploma in HR or related field
• Proven working experience as HR Assistant Manager with in the FMCG / Supply Chain industry (req.)
• People oriented and results driven
• Demonstrable experience with Human Resources metrics
• Knowledge of HR systems and databases
• Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills
• Excellent active listening, negotiation and presentation skills
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company
• In-depth knowledge of labour law and HR best practices
• Ability to speak Zulu is an advantage
• Computer skills in excel, word, PowerPoint