Human Resources Generalist

AESG; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An international consultancy is seeking a proactive HR Generalist in Cape Town to oversee recruitment, onboarding, and compliance processes. Candidates should have at least 7 years of HR experience and a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field. The role emphasizes fostering a positive workplace culture and supporting various HR functions. Competitive career opportunities and a collaborative environment are offered.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Collaborative work culture

Health and well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of HR experience in a generalist capacity.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• HR certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support HR functions and procedures.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation of new employees.
• Handle offboarding processes, including conducting exit interviews.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR database.
• Support employee relations and compliance with labor laws.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

HRIS proficiency

Labor law knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

AESG is an international specialist consultancy, engineering, and advisory firm with offices in London, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Singapore, Egypt, South Africa, Australia, and Riyadh. We are dedicated to helping solve our clients' greatest challenges through collaboration, innovation, and advanced technical solutions. With unparalleled experience gained from working on hundreds of projects, our multidisciplinary team of architects, planners, engineers, scientists, modelers, and project managers work alongside our clients to deliver effective solutions that stand the test of time.

We pride ourselves on being leaders in the industry in each of the services that we offer. We have one of the largest dedicated teams with decades of cumulative experience in sustainable design, fire and life safety, façade engineering, commissioning, building performance, waste management, environmental consultancy, carbon management, and acoustics.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented HR Generalist to join our Human Resources team. The role will be based in Cape Town, CBD. The HR Generalist will support a broad range of HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and benefits administration. This role is key to fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring smooth HR operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and support day-to-day HR functions and procedures
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation of new employees
• Handle offboarding processes, including collection of office equipment, conducting exit interviews, and providing service certificates
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR database
• Support employee relations efforts, including resolving routine workplace issues
• Administer benefit programs and answer employee questions regarding policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies
• Assist with performance review cycles and training initiatives
• Administer employee payroll changes monthly
• Manage employee medical aid administration
• Prepare HR reports and support audits as needed
• Participate in HR projects and process improvements
• Provide ad hoc support to the wider operations team, including office space requirements, office maintenance, organizing company events, and liaising with government authorities

Essential Qualifications / Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• At least 7 years of HR experience, preferably in a generalist capacity
• Knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• HR certification is a plus

Why join AESG

• AESG is a multidisciplinary specialist consultancy, offering a unique work environment and consultancy services.
• Our reputation for innovative thinking and delivering projects that outperform expectations through smart planning, engineering, and architectural solutions is renowned. Our portfolio includes some of the world's most forward-thinking developments.
• The success of our company is built on the success of our staff. Our team is driven, passionate, and loves what they do.

As an employee of AESG, you can expect:

• Significant freedom for high-performing employees
• Great career opportunities with access to diverse projects and clients
• Work on some of the world's leading developments and tackle major client challenges
• Support for professional development through structured training and mentorship
• A highly collaborative environment across technical service offerings
• Focus on health and well-being, including team-building activities, social events, and a healthy work environment
• Be part of a dynamic, motivated team with an excellent culture