Human Resources Generalist

Salt; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global recruitment agency is expanding its HR team in South Africa, seeking a passionate People Experience Generalist (HR Generalist) to streamline people processes. This hands-on role involves managing the employee life cycle, ensuring data accuracy, and providing support across the AEMEA region. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of HR experience, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Join us to help create better experiences for our employees and managers.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in HR or People Operations.
• Exceptional accuracy and organisation skills.
• Strong communication skills across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full employee life cycle processes.
• Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation.
• Act as the first point of contact for employee queries.

Skills

HR experience

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Self-management

Tech-friendly

Education

Relevant HR qualification

Tools

HRIS platforms

Excel

Job description

About Salt Recruitment

Salt is a global digital recruitment agency with offices across five continents. We specialise in connecting people and businesses within Marketing, Creative, Sales and Technology.

Our purpose is simple... Creating Futures for our clients, candidates, and team.

We’re expanding our HR team in South Africa and are looking for a passionate People Experience Generalist (HR Generalist) who loves bringing structure to people processes and thrives on being the go-to person to keep our people operations running smoothly.

This is a hands-on People Operations role with a strong focus on accuracy, organisation, and reliable day-to-day support across our AEMEA region.

You will be responsible for managing the full employee life cycle, maintaining clean and up-to date people data, and supporting teams with onboarding, probation, employee relations, policies, DEI, and Employment Equity. Your work ensures a smooth, compliant, and people-centric experience for employees and managers at every stage.

Who We’re Looking For

• Experience: 3–5 years’ experience in HR, People Operations, or HR Generalist work (professional services or fast-paced environments are a bonus).
• Education & Qualifications: Relevant HR or People Management qualification preferred.
• Systems Knowledge: Confident using HRIS platforms; strong Excel skills. Experience with payroll or benefits systems is advantageous.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional accuracy, organisation, and documentation skills, especially across employee life cycle processes.
• Self-Management: Proactive, reliable, and able to operate independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Team & Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a calm, professional, and solutions-focused approach to people matters.
• People-Centric Mindset: Approachable, discreet, and trusted by employees at all levels.
• Tech-Friendly: Comfortable using HR systems and quick to learn new tools, platforms, and processes.

Your Mission (What You’ll Do)

Employee Life Cycle Management (Daily, Weekly & Monthly)

• Manage end-to-end onboarding for new hires, including contracts, offer letters, preboarding, system setup, and induction coordination.
• Track and manage probation reviews, prepare progression and promotion documentation, and ensure timely communication with managers.
• Coordinate offboarding processes, including leaver letters, exit interviews, equipment return, and attrition reporting.

People Systems & Data

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date HRIS records across AEMEA.
• Ensure data integrity, generate reports, and support system upgrades or implementations.
• Manage active leave tracking and ensure compliance with policy.

Payroll, Benefits & Compliance

• Prepare and communicate monthly payroll changes to Finance with full accuracy.
• Manage benefits administration for new hires, mid-cycle changes, and leavers.
• Review RSA benefit offerings, support renewals, and ensure employees understand available benefits.
• Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation across all people processes.

Employee Relations & Performance Support

• Act as the first point of contact for employee queries and people-related concerns.
• Coach managers on performance management, informal interventions, grievances, and disciplinaries.
• Support CCMA preparation and elevate cases as needed to the People Director.
• Mitigate risk through sound judgment, documentation, and adherence to best practice.

Career Development & Progression

• Support employees and managers with career conversations and promotion readiness.
• Manage the SCVM process for Associate Consultant, Consultant, and Senior Consultant levels, ensuring consistency and fairness.

DEI, Employment Equity & Culture

• Lead the South Africa Employment Equity programme, working closely with leadership and external consultants.
• Drive DEI initiatives, participate in the DEI Committee, and champion equitable practices across teams.
• Identify cultural gaps and propose people-first solutions to improve employee experience.

Policies, Processes & People Experience

• Maintain, update, and improve HR policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes with a consumer-focused approach.
• Implement initiatives that enhance belonging, engagement, and overall employee satisfaction.

General

• Provide ongoing support to the People Director across AEMEA.
• Assist with audits, reporting, and documentation for internal and external requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across systems, processes, and PX operations.

Join Salt. Build futures. Create your own.