Human Resources Assistant

Recruit Digital; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Johannesburg is looking for an HR Assistant for a 5-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you will support the HR team with recruitment, training, and various HR administration tasks. Ideal for candidates with 1-2 years of HR or administrative experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office. This opportunity offers hands-on exposure to HR practices in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ HR or administrative experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Professional, discreet, and detail-oriented.
• Retail HR exposure is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment, training, administration, and compliance.
• Assist with pre-employment checks, shortlisting candidates.
• Handle HR administration and audits.
• Manage Time & Attendance (T&A) systems.
• Provide general office support.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Discretion and attention to detail

Job description

We are seeking an HR Assistant to join our team on a fixed-term basis . This role is ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on HR experience and contribute to a busy, people-focused environment over a 5-month period.

Key Responsibilities

You will support the HR team across recruitment, training, administration, compliance, and employee relations, including :

Advertising vacancies, shortlisting candidates, and coordinating interviews.

Assisting with pre-employment checks and maintaining the Flexi pool.

Supporting training sessions (virtual & in-person) and monitoring attendance.

Handling HR administration : audits, performance tracking, filing, and minute-taking.

Assisting with disciplinary enquiries and employee relations processes.

Managing Time & Attendance (T&A) systems and supporting payroll updates.

General office support, including stationery and supply management.

Requirements

1-2 years’ HR or administrative experience.

Strong organisational and communication skills.

Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).

Professional, discreet, and detail-oriented.

Retail HR exposure is an advantage.

Why This Role?

Short-term opportunity to gain full-spectrum HR exposure.

Work with an experienced and supportive HR team.

Perfect for professionals seeking a contract role or career growth opportunity.