HR Officer - Recruitment and Onboarding

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Hybrid work arrangement

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is hiring an HR Officer focused on recruitment and onboarding. You will manage the full cycle—from posting vacancies to candidate selection and coordinating interviews—and deliver engaging onboarding for new hires.

This role supports a hybrid work model and requires 3+ years in recruitment, a National Diploma or degree in HR/Business, proficiency with ATS/HRIS, and solid knowledge of SA labour laws.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of recruitment and onboarding experience.
• Proficiency with ATS/HRIS systems.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour laws.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for multiple roles.
• Source candidates via job boards, social media, and networks.
• Screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, coordinate with managers.
• Extend offers and manage pre-employment checks.
• Develop and deliver onboarding programs for new hires.
• Maintain accurate employee data in HR systems.
• Support HR policies related to recruitment and onboarding.
• Gather feedback to improve onboarding processes.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

SA labour law

Education

National Diploma or degree in HR/Business

Tools

ATS/HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing financial services institution in **Bloemfontein**, is looking for a proactive HR Officer to focus on recruitment and onboarding processes. This role is vital in attracting talent to the organization and ensuring a seamless integration for all new employees. You will manage the full recruitment cycle, from advertising vacancies to candidate selection, and facilitate comprehensive onboarding programs. This position offers a hybrid work model, allowing for a blend of office-based collaboration and remote flexibility. Join a team committed to building a robust workforce and enhancing the employee experience within the **Bloemfontein** region.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for various roles within the organization.
• Source candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, and professional networks.
• Screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, and coordinate interviews with hiring managers.
• Extend job offers and manage the pre-employment checks process.
• Develop and deliver engaging onboarding programs for new hires.
• Ensure all new employee documentation is completed accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain the recruitment system and HR databases with up-to-date information.
• Assist in implementing HR policies and procedures related to recruitment and onboarding.
• Gather feedback on the onboarding process and identify areas for improvement.
• Support the HR team with other general HR duties as required.

Requirements

• A National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in recruitment and onboarding, preferably within the financial services sector.
• Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS.
• Strong understanding of South African labour laws related to recruitment and employment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment, demonstrating adaptability and efficiency.

Benefits

• This role offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and standard benefits including medical aid and a provident fund.
• Employees benefit from a flexible hybrid work arrangement, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive team environment in **Bloemfontein**.
• This is a great opportunity to grow your HR career in a key support function.