HR Generalist and People Operations Specialist

LevelUP HCS; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting consulting firm is seeking an HR Generalist in Century City, Cape Town. In this full-time hybrid role, you will oversee various HR operations, provide guidance, and ensure compliance with labor laws. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of HR experience. Effective communication and strong independence are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in Human Resources.
• Experience with multi-state employee relations and benefits administration.
• International experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee People Operations processes including onboarding and training.
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Manage employee performance and relations.

Skills

Knowledge of labor law

Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint

Strong work ethic

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Bullhorn or other ATS

Job description

About LevelUP HCS

LevelUP HCS provides Recruiting Consulting Services and Strategic Solutions that positions companies to confidently scale. Our experienced experts mesh appreciation of the human dynamic with recruitment goals, corporate considerations, and compliance requirements. We custom design and institute a scalable, seamless recruitment process that is fully integrated end-to-end for each client.

We are the first to deliver a recruitment solution that marries subject matter expert (SME) recruiters and management consulting to deliver high-quality hires at a low cost. We offer flexible solutions, including teams of on- or off-site dedicated recruiters.

Position Overview:

• The HR Generalist will perform HR-related duties across all levels of the organization.
• Location: Century City, Cape Town
• Permanent, full-time
• Hybrid position

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversees People Operations processes, which include conducting and implementing new hire onboarding, offer letter generation, background check administration, mandatory training management, and follow-up
• Acts autonomously to provide HR policy guidance and interpretation
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of Employment law and legal requirements related to the day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Partners with the legal advisors as needed
• Supports the HR Manager and Benefits Team with employee benefit questions and administration
• Resolves conflicts and provides coaching and counseling on human resources matters for persons or groups within a defined organization or function
• Guides training needs assessments and participates in training activities and special projects.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, performance improvement plans, disciplinary actions).
• Manages the administration of and adherence to human resources policies and procedures; advises organizational and functional leadership on compliance with key legislative requirements.
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Maintains HR records and employee files,and ensures handbooks are both current and compliant to applicable labor laws
• Will serve as the primary point of contact for employee leave management
• Creates, maintains, and updates Employee handbooks
• Manages Immigration procedures and law, partnering with legal counsel as needed
• Reviews firm’s benefits plans and assists in any benefit renewals and required government filings.
• Vendor Relationship Management

Supports with various HR Projects and events, including, but not limited to:

• Employee Engagement
• Corporate Wellness Initiative
• Performance management
• New Entity Set-up
• Completes the offboarding process for internal and external resources, including but not limited to exit interviews

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of labor law
• Technically proficient with strong skills in Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint
• A Bachelor’s degree
• 3-5 years’ experience in Human Resources.
• Experience with multi-state employee relations and benefits administration required
• Ability to work independently and autonomously with minimal supervision
• International experience preferred
• SHRM-CP or HRCI certification preferred
• ADP Workforce Now, Excel, and PowerPoint skills
• Bullhorn or other ATS product knowledge
• Background in the Staffing and Recruitment industry preferred
• Strong sense of proactivity and independence
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong work ethic and accountability