HR & Compliance Officer

The Faculty Online Learning Group; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking an experienced HR & Compliance Officer to manage people operations and compliance. You will support recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations while ensuring compliance with UK employment law and Health & Safety standards. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong HR background, particularly in service-driven sectors.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with UK employment law and HR compliance.
• Solid knowledge of Health & Safety and compliance requirements.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced service-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate recruitment campaigns for housekeeping and operational roles.
• Support line managers through disciplinary, grievance, and performance processes.
• Conduct regular site audits to identify and address compliance gaps.

Skills

Familiarity with UK employment law and HR best practices

Knowledge of Health & Safety and compliance requirements

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict-resolution skills

Highly organized

Experience in facilities, hospitality, or property services

Job description

Job Title: HR & Compliance Officer

Location: Hybrid (work from home and onsite as required)

Essential: Previous experience working with UK employment law and HR compliance.

About The Role

We’re seeking an experienced and proactive HR & Compliance Officer to take ownership of our people operations and compliance framework. In this role, you will manage recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations—primarily supporting our housekeeping and operational teams—while ensuring full compliance with employment legislation and Health & Safety requirements. This position requires prior exposure to UK HR practices, compliance standards, and experience working within UK-based operational environments. You will act as a key link between management and staff, promoting a positive, compliant, and high-performing workplace culture. This role is ideal for someone with a hands‑on HR background who thrives in a fast‑paced, service‑driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

HR Administration

• Lead and coordinate recruitment campaigns for housekeeping and operational roles.
• Prepare offer letters, employment contracts, and onboarding documentation.
• Maintain accurate and confidential personnel files and the company HR database.
• Track absences, holidays, and performance reviews, ensuring records are always up to date.
• Support payroll with employee changes and data accuracy checks.

Training & Development

• Deliver new starter inductions and ongoing Health & Safety training.
• Maintain comprehensive training logs and ensure certifications remain valid.
• Identify training needs and arrange refresher or skills‑based sessions as required.

Employee Relations

• Support line managers through disciplinary, grievance, and performance processes.
• Advise on HR policies and ensure fair and consistent application across teams.
• Promote a positive and respectful workplace culture aligned with company values.

Compliance & Health & Safety

• Maintain and update risk assessments, COSHH records, and method statements.
• Conduct regular site audits to identify and address compliance gaps.
• Investigate, document, and follow up on workplace incidents or near misses.)
• Ensure all Health & Safety and HR practices comply with legal standards.

Skills & Competencies

• Familiarity with UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Solid knowledge of Health & Safety and compliance requirements (including COSHH).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Highly organised with a methodical approach to documentation and process.
• Confident in liaising with employees at all levels of the organisation.
• Previous experience in a facilities, hospitality, or property services environment is advantageous.