HR Generalist

Secondments; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A human resources consultancy is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to manage recruitment, onboarding, and talent management processes. You will oversee the entire employee life cycle, ensure compliance with South African labor legislation, and support employee engagement initiatives. A degree in HR Management and at least 5 years of relevant experience are required. This position is based in Johannesburg, offering a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of South African labour legislation and best practices.
• At least 5 years HR Generalist experience.
• Minimum 5 years technical experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment budget per department.
• Prepare offer letters, onboarding packs and employment contracts.
• Manage employee life cycle from beginning to end.
• Update monthly HR reports for recruitment, IR etc.

Skills

HR management

Employee engagement

Talent management

Recruitment

Performance management

Education

Degree in HR Management

Job description

These practices will involve key HR processes, namely : Recruitment, Onboarding, Offboarding, Talent Management, HR Administration and maintaining a harmonious and collaborative work environment, which will assist in driving the people strategy for the company.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Manage recruitment budget per department
• Review and advise on all job descriptions and KPA's before advertising the role.
• Prepare internal / external advertisement
• Engage with recruitment agencies where necessary
• Screening and shortlisting of candidates
• Communication with managers regarding candidates and interviews
• Plan, schedule and lead interviews
• Communication with candidates or agencies providing timeous feedback
• Ensure that our EE and BBBEE talent measures are met
• Obtain a minimum of 2 reference checks per candidate as well as hiring checks.
• Prepare offer letters, onboarding packs and employment contracts
• Update Recruitment Report

Onboarding and Offboarding

• Schedule employees for Induction programme
• Send onboarding documentation to candidates
• Prepare documentation for payroll to add new employee.
• Introduce new employee to the business and complete new engagement documents with the new starter
• Ensure Exit Interviews are completed for employees leaving the business.

Talent Management

• Manage employee life cycle from beginning to end
• Oversee the Performance Management Process
• Oversee the Succession Planning Process
• Work closely with L & D Manager to develop Individual Development Plans and plan training interventions that support employee Individual Development Plans.
• The companys diversity and inclusion / BBBEE strategy must be supported and implemented.
• Support and roll out of talent reviews, career pathing and succession planning for critical roles in the business.
• Ensure Org charts are updated and maintained
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and the company culture surveys.
• Plot and maintain employee performance on the 9-box grid.
• Manage and maintain the monthly employee recognition and reward programme
• Manage and maintain the employee long service programme

Reporting and General

• Ensure all employee data is updated e.g. (employee transfers, promotions, line manager details are correct).
• Update monthly HR reports for recruitment, IR etc.
• Roll out of any HR project initiatives requested by HR Exec and Exco
• Maintain EE plan, reporting and annual submissions to DoEL.
• Assist in planning and arranging Employee Wellness Day and other wellness initiatives.
• Prepare and arrange for Long Service and awards, year-end functions and other HR events in the business.
• Assist in arranging annual medical aid and pension fund roadshows.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Degree in HR Management
• Good understanding of South African labour legislation and best practices.
• At least 5 years HR Generalist experience.
• Minimum 5 years technical experience in a similar role.