Junior HR Administrator – Full-Spectrum HR Experience

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Medical aid

Pension fund benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking a detail-oriented Junior HR Administrator to support recruitment, payroll, HRIS records, and employee queries. This entry-level role offers broad exposure to HR functions and career growth within a supportive team.

You will work closely with the HR Manager, coordinate onboarding/offboarding, maintain accurate records, and help organize training events. This is an office-based, collaborative position in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin, Psychology, or related field.
• Foundational HR knowledge and practices.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly.
• Proactive, willing to learn and take initiative.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Previous HR internship or admin experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist recruitment: post ads, screen resumes, schedule interviews.
• Support onboarding and offboarding.
• Maintain HR records in HRIS.
• Assist with payroll processing and benefits administration.
• Respond to employee queries on policies and benefits.
• Help organize HR training sessions and events.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and HR policies.
• Prepare HR reports and documentation.
• Provide admin support to HR department.

Skills

HR principles

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Team player

Office administration

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's in HR/Business Admin

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Job description

Placements24 in East London is seeking a detail-oriented Junior HR Administrator to support recruitment, payroll, HRIS records, and employee queries. This entry-level role offers broad exposure to HR functions and career growth within a supportive team.

You will work closely with the HR Manager, coordinate onboarding/offboarding, maintain accurate records, and help organize training events. This is an office-based, collaborative position in a manufacturing environment.