HR Generalist

Optimal Growth Technologies; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an HR Generalist to handle talent acquisition and onboarding processes in Johannesburg. The role focuses on improving the employee experience by managing recruitment, onboarding, and various HR administration tasks. Candidates must possess a minimum of 5 years' experience in an HR role with expertise in recruitment and onboarding. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented with strong communication skills, proficient in HR systems and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in an HR administrative/generalist role.
• Strong focus on recruitment and onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment administration and manage onboarding processes.
• Maintain employee records and support day-to-day HR operations.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies and labor laws.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management

Tools

MS Office

HR systems

Job description

HR Generalist Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

Experience Required: Minimum 5 years

Job Purpose:

The HR Generalist will be responsible for providing comprehensive HR and talent acquisition administrative support with a key focus on the end-to-end onboarding process. The role is critical in ensuring a seamless candidate and employee experience, supporting the recruitment lifecycle, and contributing to HR operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition Support:

• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment administration including scheduling interviews, communicating with candidates, and updating the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Collaborate with hiring managers to support candidate screening and shortlisting.
• Draft and publish job adverts internally and externally.
• Conduct pre-employment checks, background screening, and verification processes.
• Prepare and issue offer letters and employment contracts.
  
  
  

Onboarding & Induction:

• Own and manage the full onboarding process from offer acceptance through to first-day readiness.
• Coordinate new hire documentation, IT setup, system access, and workplace readiness.
• Facilitate and deliver HR onboarding orientation sessions.
• Ensure new employees have a smooth and engaging onboarding experience.
• Monitor probation periods and follow up with managers on progress reviews.
  
  
  

HR Administration:

• Maintain and update employee records in HRIS and personnel files.
• Support day-to-day HR operations including leave management, benefits administration, and employee queries.
• Assist with preparing reports, HR metrics, and dashboards.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and applicable labor laws.
  
  
  

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an HR administrative/generalist role with a strong focus on recruitment and onboarding.
  
  
  

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience working with HR systems
• Knowledge of labor legislation and HR best practices.
  
  
  

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Professional, approachable, and service-oriented.