HR Generalist

Believe Resourcing; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services technology provider is seeking an HR Generalist to manage HR operations in South Africa. This role requires 5 years of HR experience and strong knowledge of local labor laws. Responsibilities include recruitment, compliance, and employee engagement. The position offers a hybrid work model with a focus on strategic thinking and operational excellence in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years HR Generalist experience with at least 2 years in a multinational or global team.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour laws and HR best practices.
• Experience working in a global organisation.
• Excellent intercultural communication skills and discretion with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Manage core HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with South African labour laws.
• Run recruitment campaigns and manage applicant tracking.
• Prepare data-driven HR reports for leadership.
• Lead virtual employee engagement activities.

Skills

Employee Relations

Fmla

Employee Evaluation

Human Resources Management

Workers' Compensation Law

Benefits Administration

HRIS

Payroll

Employment & Labor Law

ADP

Human Resources

Recruiting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

HR Generalist Global Reach South African Expertise

Salary: R50,000-65,000 per month (depending on experience)

Remote (Hybrid option available with occasional in-office in Durbanville)

Who We Are Looking For

We’re searching for a proactive, detail‑oriented HR Generalist to join a global leader in the financial services technology space. You’ll be the key HR contact for South Africa, working closely with international teams to support a diverse distributed workforce. This is a strategic and hands‑on role for someone who thrives in both global collaboration and local compliance.

About the Role

You’ll take ownership of HR operations in South Africa, ensure compliance with local labour laws and partner with hiring managers across regions to bring in the best talent. From driving employee engagement to overseeing HR systems and reporting, you’ll be at the heart of both people strategy and day‑to‑day delivery.

Why This Company

This organisation is a global powerhouse delivering cutting‑edge solutions to financial services firms in over 100 countries. They combine innovation with a commitment to excellence and have built a reputation for valuing people as much as performance. Joining them means being part of a forward‑thinking, ambitious and collaborative culture that’s scaling new heights worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

South African HR Operations

• Manage core HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, training and employee relations.
• Ensure full compliance with SA labour laws (BCEA, LRA, EEA, OHSA, POPIA).
• Maintain accurate and compliant HR documentation.

Talent Acquisition & Retention

• Partner with global and local managers to source and hire top talent.
• Run recruitment campaigns, manage applicant tracking and oversee onboarding.
• Support global retention and talent development initiatives.

HR Systems & Reporting

• Maintain HRIS accuracy and integrity across local and international employees.
• Prepare data‑driven HR reports for leadership.

Employee Engagement & CSR

• Lead virtual employee engagement activities and workshops.
• Support global CSR and ESG initiatives.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 5 years HR Generalist experience with at least 2 years in a multinational or global team.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour laws and HR best practices.
• HRIS proficiency and advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience working in a global organisation.
• Excellent intercultural communication skills and discretion with sensitive information.

This role is perfect for you if

You’re adaptable, globally minded and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same. You balance strategic thinking with operational excellence and have a genuine passion for building engaged, compliant and high‑performing teams.

Key Skills

• Employee Relations
• Fmla
• Employee Evaluation
• Human Resources Management
• Workers' Compensation Law
• Benefits Administration
• HRIS
• Payroll
• Employment & Labor Law
• ADP
• Human Resources
• Recruiting

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1