HR Coordinator

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Fully remote work arrangement

Training and professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic HR Coordinator to support our Human Resources department remotely, with a base in the Sandton area. This role focuses on HR administrative tasks, onboarding/offboarding, and assisting recruitment, ensuring smooth day-to-day HR operations.

You will manage records, update HRIS, respond to queries, and help prepare reports while collaborating with a remote-first team. A National Diploma or degree in HR and 1–3 years of experience are required, with strong MS

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in an HR administrative or coordination role.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and experience with HRIS systems is advantageous.
• Familiarity with basic South African labor law principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the HR department, including scheduling meetings and managing correspondence.
• Maintain employee records and update the HRIS system with accurate information.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes for employees.
• Support recruitment activities, such as posting job ads, screening applications, and coordinating interviews.
• Respond to general employee queries regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of HR reports and presentations.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Remote collaboration

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management

Tools

MS Office Suite

HRIS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented HR Coordinator to support their Human Resources department remotely, with a base in the Sandton area. This role is essential for managing HR administrative tasks, supporting recruitment efforts, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the HR function. You will be a key support to the HR team and employees, ensuring efficient processes and accurate record-keeping. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career HR professional to gain broad experience in a fast-paced, remote-friendly environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the HR department, including scheduling meetings and managing correspondence.
• Maintain employee records and update the HRIS system with accurate information.
• Assist with the onboarding and offboarding processes for employees.
• Support recruitment activities, such as posting job ads, screening applications, and coordinating interviews.
• Respond to general employee queries regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of HR reports and presentations.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in an HR administrative or coordination role.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and experience with HRIS systems is advantageous.
• Familiarity with basic South African labor law principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunities for training and professional development in HR.
• Be part of a supportive and dynamic HR team, even while working remotely.