HR Business Partner - Junior

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package for a junior role

Medical aid and retirement fund

Generous annual leave and development

Mentorship from HR professionals

Hybrid work environment in East London

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking a Junior HR Business Partner to support HR strategies, talent management and employee relations across business units. The role offers hybrid work and the chance to grow under senior HR leaders in a dynamic team.

You will help implement HR initiatives, support recruitment, manage employee relations, and contribute to engagement initiatives while developing your HRBP expertise in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Industrial Psychology, or related field.
• 1–2 years in generalist HR or HR support.
• Knowledge of South African labour laws and HR best practices.
• Strong desire to learn and grow in the HRBP field.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Support HR Business Partners and managers in implementing HR strategies and programs.
• Assist in managing employee relations issues, including initial investigations and documenting findings.
• Participate in talent management processes, including performance reviews and succession planning support.
• Provide HR support to employees and managers, answering queries regarding policies and procedures.
• Assist with recruitment coordination, including candidate sourcing and interview scheduling.
• Contribute to development and execution of employee engagement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.

Skills

HR Generalist

Employee relations

Talent management

HR policies

Communication

MS Office

HRIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

MS Office

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and developing Junior HR Business Partner to join their dynamic team in East London . This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain broad experience supporting business units with HR strategies, talent management, and employee relations. You will work closely with senior HR professionals and business leaders to implement HR initiatives and foster a positive work environment. This position is ideal for someone early in their HR career looking to make a significant impact in a hybrid work setting .

Key Responsibilities

• Support HR Business Partners and managers in the implementation of HR strategies and programs.
• Assist in managing employee relations issues, including conducting initial investigations and documenting findings.
• Participate in talent management processes, including performance reviews and succession planning support.
• Provide HR support to employees and managers, answering queries regarding policies and procedures.
• Assist with the coordination of recruitment activities, including candidate sourcing and interview scheduling.
• Contribute to the development and execution of employee engagement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related discipline.
• 1-2 years of experience in a generalist HR role or HR support function.
• Basic understanding of South African labour laws and HR best practices.
• Strong desire to learn and develop in the HR Business Partner field.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with HRIS systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package for a junior role.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Generous annual leave and personal development allowance.
• Mentorship from experienced HR professionals and opportunities for growth.
• A collaborative and supportive hybrid work environment in East London .