Junior Human Resources Officer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Full-time employment

On-the-job training and mentorship

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment in Bloemfo

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Junior Human Resources Officer to support HR functions, including recruitment administration, onboarding, record-keeping, and policy implementation. The ideal candidate is eager to learn and has strong organizational and communication skills.

This full-time role offers on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced HR professionals, with opportunities for development within a growing organization in the Free State.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in an HR-related role or internship.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of HR principles and South African labor law.
• Excellent organizational skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the administrative aspects of recruitment and selection, including posting jobs and coordinating candidate communications.
• Support the onboarding of new employees, ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed and filed accurately.
• Maintain employee records and update the HR Information System (HRIS) as required.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR department, including scheduling meetings and preparing correspondence.
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits and HR-related programs.
• Respond to basic employee queries regarding HR policies and procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

HR principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in HRM or related

National Diploma in HRM/Industrial Psychology

Tools

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Junior Human Resources Officer to join their team in Bloemfontein . This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for an individual looking to build a career in Human Resources. You will provide essential support to the HR department in various functions, including recruitment administration, employee onboarding, record-keeping, and HR policy implementation. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, possesses strong organizational skills, and is committed to contributing to a positive and efficient HR function within a growing organization in the Free State.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the administrative aspects of the recruitment and selection process, including posting jobs and coordinating candidate communications.
• Support the onboarding of new employees, ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed and filed accurately.
• Maintain employee records and update the HR Information System (HRIS) as required.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR department, including scheduling meetings and preparing correspondence.
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits and HR-related programs.
• Respond to basic employee queries regarding HR policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in an HR-related role or internship.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of HR principles and South African labor law.
• Excellent organizational skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and potential for performance-based increases.
• Full-time employment with comprehensive benefits.
• On-the-job training and mentorship from experienced HR professionals.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive team environment in Bloemfontein .