Human Resources Compliance Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Ethical workplace

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a meticulous Human Resources Compliance Specialist to ensure adherence to South African labor laws. You will monitor regulatory changes, develop policies, and conduct audits to mitigate risk.

The role requires a BA in law or HR, 4+ years in HR compliance, and strong analytical and reporting skills. You will advise management and liaise with government bodies to uphold ethical employment practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, HR, or related field.
• 4+ years of HR compliance or employment law experience.
• In-depth knowledge of SA labor legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA).
• Experience with HR audits and risk management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent report writing and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with South African labor laws.
• Develop and update HR policies to meet legal requirements.
• Conduct HR audits to identify non-compliance.
• Advise management and employees on compliance matters.
• Manage reporting to government bodies.
• Investigate and resolve compliance issues and grievances.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Report writing

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, HR, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and knowledgeable Human Resources Compliance Specialist to ensure adherence to all legal and regulatory requirements in Polokwane. This role is critical for maintaining the company's compliance framework, conducting audits, and providing guidance on employment law. You will be responsible for staying updated on legislative changes and implementing necessary policies and procedures to mitigate risks. This position is ideal for an HR professional with a strong focus on compliance and a keen eye for detail, contributing to the ethical and lawful operation of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure compliance with all South African labor laws and regulations.
• Develop, implement, and update HR policies and procedures to align with legal requirements.
• Conduct regular HR audits to identify and address areas of non-compliance.
• Advise management and employees on compliance-related matters.
• Manage reporting requirements for government agencies and regulatory bodies.
• Investigate and resolve compliance issues and grievances.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience specializing in HR compliance or employment law.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA).
• Experience with HR audits and risk management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent report writing and presentation abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to specialize in a critical HR function.
• Professional development in compliance and legal aspects of HR.
• Stable and reputable organization.
• Supportive work environment focused on ethical practices.