Human Resources Administrator

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid scheme

Provident fund

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a diligent HR Administrator to maintain employee records, support payroll, coordinate recruitment, and ensure policy compliance. The role is on-site, with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

You will handle onboarding/offboarding, HRIS updates, payroll liaison, and HR reporting while collaborating with the team to drive efficient administrative processes and employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in an HR administration or support role.
• Solid understanding of HR principles and South African labour law basics.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with HRIS.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Must be able to work full-time from Pretoria office.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee records in the HR Information System (HRIS).
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes for employees.
• Coordinate recruitment activities, including scheduling interviews and managing candidate communication.
• Process payroll-related documentation and liaise with the payroll department.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of HR reports and presentations.
• Manage HR filing systems, ensuring accuracy and accessibility of documents.
• Support the HR team with ad-hoc administrative tasks and projects.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant South African labour laws.
• Organise HR-related events and training sessions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Education

Diploma/Certificate in HRM

Tools

HRIS

MS Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established organisation in Pretoria, Gauteng, is seeking to hire a diligent and organised Human Resources Administrator. This role is fundamental to the smooth operation of the HR department, providing essential support across various HR functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate employee records, assisting with payroll processing, coordinating recruitment activities, and ensuring compliance with HR policies and procedures. This position is based in our client's Pretoria office, requiring the individual to be present on-site to effectively manage daily administrative tasks and collaborate with the team. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee records in the HR Information System (HRIS).
• Assist with the onboarding and offboarding processes for employees.
• Coordinate recruitment activities, including scheduling interviews and managing candidate communication.
• Process payroll-related documentation and liaise with the payroll department.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of HR reports and presentations.
• Manage HR filing systems, ensuring accuracy and accessibility of documents.
• Support the HR team with ad-hoc administrative tasks and projects.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant South African labour laws.
• Organise HR-related events and training sessions.

Requirements

• Diploma or Certificate in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in an HR administration or support role.
• Solid understanding of HR principles and South African labour law basics.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with HRIS.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Must be able to work full-time from our Pretoria office.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary for this role, along with a package that includes contributions towards a medical aid scheme and a provident fund. Employees will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance their HR skills. Working in Pretoria provides a professional and supportive environment. This role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in Human Resources within a stable and reputable organisation in Gauteng.