Human Resources Assistant

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

HR experience in Benoni

Mentorship

Medical aid & retirement savings

Leave benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking a diligent HR Assistant to support the HR department with essential administrative tasks. You will maintain employee records, assist with recruitment, coordinate training, and ensure HR documentation is accurate and up-to-date.

This role offers an entry-level path in a dynamic Gauteng-based team, with mentorship and opportunity to gain comprehensive HR experience while developing proficiency in Office applications and HR processes.

Qualifications

• Matric with HR qualification or certificate.
• 0-2 years admin/HR experience.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Basic HR principles knowledge and SA labor law.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance of employee files and HR databases, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Support recruitment by posting openings, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.
• Coordinate training programs and manage attendance records.
• Prepare HR-related correspondence and documentation.
• Respond to basic employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

HR knowledge

Education

Matric with HR qualification

0-2 years admin/HR experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a diligent and proactive Human Resources Assistant to support the HR department in Benoni . This role is crucial for the efficient functioning of the HR office, providing essential administrative support across a broad spectrum of HR activities. You will be involved in maintaining employee records, assisting with recruitment processes, coordinating training schedules, and ensuring HR documentation is accurate and up-to-date. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual eager to start or further their career in human resources within the dynamic Gauteng province.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the maintenance of employee files and HR databases, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.


• Support the recruitment process by posting job openings, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.


• Coordinate training programs and manage attendance records.


• Prepare HR-related correspondence and documentation.


• Respond to basic employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.


• Provide general administrative support to the HR team.

Requirements

• Matric certificate with a relevant HR qualification or certificate.


• 0-2 years of experience in an administrative or HR support role.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).


• Basic understanding of HR principles and South African labor law.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.


• Opportunity to gain comprehensive HR experience in Benoni .


• Supportive team environment and mentorship.


• Contribution to medical aid and retirement savings.


• Standard leave benefits.