Human Resources & Payroll Administrator

Findojobs South Africa; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is looking for a Human Resources & Payroll Administrator to manage HR and payroll functions. The role involves organizing personnel records, preparing HR documents, and ensuring compliance with labour laws. Candidates should have 2–4 years of experience in HR and payroll, ideally within retail. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years’ experience in a combined HR and payroll function.
• Demonstrated experience managing employees.
• Working knowledge of payroll systems.
• Experience with employee benefits administration.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain personnel records.
• Prepare HR documents like employment contracts.
• Address employee queries relating to HR issues.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Planning and organizing skills

Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking

Strong attention to detail

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 12 / Matric certificate

Relevant diploma or degree in Human Resources Management or Payroll Administration

Job description

Human Resources & Payroll Administrator

Our client, a well-established grocer, is seeking a Human Resources & Payroll Administrator to join their team. The purpose of this role is to manage all HR and payroll activities within the store environment, with critical deadlines and objectives to meet.

Location: Rustenburg

Job type: Permanent – on site

Duties and Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain personnel records
• Update internal databases (e.g., record sick or maternity leave)
• Prepare HR documents, like employment contracts and new hire guides
• Revise company policies
• Liaise with external partners, like insurance vendors, and ensure legal compliance
• Create regular reports and presentations on HR metrics (e.g., turnover rates)
• Address employee queries relating to HR issues
• Assist payroll department by providing relevant employee information (e.g., leaves of absence, sick days, work schedules)
• Arrange travel accommodations and process expense forms
• Participate in HR projects

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric certificate
• Relevant diploma or degree in Human Resources Management, Payroll Administration, or related field (advantageous)
• Demonstrated ability and experience managing employees, preferably in logistics environments or related functions
• 2–4 years’ experience in a combined HR and payroll function in the wholesale and retail industries
• Working knowledge of payroll systems
• Familiarity with labour laws and HR best practices
• Experience with employee benefits administration, contracts, leave management, and statutory submissions (UIF, PAYE, SDL)

Skills Required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate, persuade, sell, and resolve conflicts
• Planning and organizing skills
• Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking
• Strong attention to detail, especially in reports
• Exceptional interpersonal skills

Should you meet the above criteria, we invite you to apply directly to the advertisement. If you do not hear back within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.