HR General Practitioner

Elite Search and Selection; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 420 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to manage the full HR lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations. The ideal candidate must have at least 2 years of experience, a solid understanding of labour law, and strong communication skills. This role supports a positive workplace culture and compliance with regulations. Join a company that values employee growth and empowers its staff in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an HR Generalist or similar role.
• Solid understanding of labour law and HR best practice.
• Ability to navigate sensitive conversations.

Responsibilities

• Support the full HR lifecycle including recruitment and onboarding.
• Enhance overall employee experience and support a positive culture.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and assist with HR reporting.

Skills

Relationship-building skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Adaptability

Proactive attitude

Job description

🔸 What You’ll Be Doing

Be at the heart of the people function and support the full HR lifecycle:

✨ Recruitment & On/Offboarding

• End-to-end recruitment and workforce planning
• Run smooth interview, onboarding, and exit processes
• Enhance the overall employee experience

✨ Employee Relations

• Support a positive, inclusive culture
• Guide and assist employees with HR-related matters
• Help resolve issues using IR best practice

✨ Performance & Engagement

• Administer performance reviews and goal setting
• Support engagement initiatives, development programs, and change management

✨ Compliance & Governance

• Ensure alignment with labour laws and HR regulations
• Assist with audits and compliance across BBBEE, EE, OHS, LRA, SETA, DoL, SARS

✨ Training & Development

• Coordinate training, career development, and succession planning

✨ Benefits & Payroll

• Administer benefits (medical aid, provident fund, etc.)Assist with payroll processing

✨ HR Data & Reporting

• Maintain accurate HR data, reporting, and document control
• Ensure confidentiality and POPIA compliance

✨ Facilities Support

• Support space planning, assets management, and vendor coordination

🔸 What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an HR Generalist or similar role
• Solid understanding of labour law & HR best practice
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• High levels of empathy, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Calm, adaptable, proactive, and able to navigate sensitive conversations

🌱 Why You’ll Love This Role

You’ll join an organisation that truly values people, supports growth at every level, and believes in creating an environment where employees feel empowered, supported, and inspired.

If you're ready to be part of something meaningful and help shape a people-centric culture — we want to hear from you!