Human Resources Generalist

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Midrand seeks an experienced Human Resources Generalist to support strategic objectives by managing recruitment, employee relations, compensation/benefits, and HR policy implementation. You will collaborate with managers to align HR initiatives with business needs and foster a positive, productive work environment.

This role offers opportunities to influence organizational growth, drive policy adoption, and contribute to a dynamic, supportive team in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years in HR Generalist roles.
• Proficiency in HRIS and standard office software.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour law and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end recruitment from posting to onboarding.
• Manage employee relations issues, investigations, and policy guidance.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to support goals and legal requirements.
• Organize and facilitate employee training and development programs.

Skills

HR generalist

Recruitment

Employee relations

HR policy

HRIS

South Africa labour law

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Office software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Human Resources Generalist to join their team in Midrand . This role is integral to supporting the company's strategic objectives by managing various HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, compensation and benefits, and HR policy implementation. You will work closely with departmental managers to ensure HR initiatives align with business needs and foster a positive and productive work environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile HR professional looking to make a significant impact within a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process, from job posting to onboarding new employees.
• Manage employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and provide guidance on HR policies and procedures.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and compliance.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to support organizational goals and legal requirements.
• Organize and facilitate employee training and development programs to enhance workforce skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in HR generalist roles.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and standard office software.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour law and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and further HR certifications.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment in Midrand .
• Access to wellness programs and employee assistance services.