Human Resources Generalist

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Professional development

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a proactive HR Generalist to support daily HR operations, policy implementation, employee relations, recruitment, and development initiatives. This role offers growth within a supportive environment and a focus on compliant, productive workplace culture.

Join a dynamic team where you will manage onboarding/offboarding, administer compensation and benefits, maintain HRIS records, and ensure data integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a generalist HR role.
• Strong understanding of South African labour laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in HRIS software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring compliance and a positive experience.
• Provide support for employee relations issues, including investigations and conflict resolution.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies.
• Maintain employee records and HR information systems, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Support recruitment efforts, including sourcing candidates, screening resumes, and coordinating interviews.

Skills

HR policies

Onboarding

Employee relations

Compensation & benefits

HRIS

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Recruitment support

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/BA

Tools

HRIS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic organisation in Pietermaritzburg , is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist . This role is crucial for supporting the HR department in a wide range of activities, ensuring the smooth operation of HR functions and contributing to a positive employee experience. You will work closely with various departments to implement HR policies and procedures, manage employee relations, and support talent acquisition and development initiatives. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your HR career within a supportive and engaging work environment, with a focus on fostering a productive and compliant workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring compliance and a positive experience.
• Provide support for employee relations issues, including investigations and conflict resolution.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies.
• Maintain employee records and HR information systems, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Support recruitment efforts, including sourcing candidates, screening resumes, and coordinating interviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a generalist HR role.
• Strong understanding of South African labour laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in HRIS software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and home.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment in the heart of Pietermaritzburg .