Recruitment & HR Associate - Remote

GVI; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A purpose-driven organization is seeking a Recruitment & HR Associate to support their global team. Your role will involve coordinating recruitment, assisting with HR administrative duties, and enhancing employee experiences. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude. Join a supportive culture offering a flexible working setup and mentorship from industry leaders.

Benefits

Flexible working setup

Direct mentorship from industry leaders

Supportive culture

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a support, admin, or coordination role, preferably in HR or recruitment.
• Outstanding with people and able to build rapport with a diverse range of individuals.
• Able to navigate nuanced, people-related situations with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment drives and assist in hiring for global roles.
• Ensure the candidate experience is exceptional from start to finish.
• Support HR Operations with administrative duties and compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Proactive mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Tertiary qualification

Tools

G-Suite

BambooHR

Job description

Support People. Strengthen Culture. Deliver Excellence.

Start Date : ASAP | Reports to: Head of HR Operations | Hybrid from Cape Town / Remote

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

Behind every great mission-driven organisation is a People Team that makes sure its people thrive. At Second Nature, we believe that impact begins with our own team - and as our Recruitment & HR Associate, you will be at the centre of it all.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

As a Recruitment & HR Associate, you will be at the heart of supporting our global, fast-moving team. No two days are the same - you might be coordinating a recruitment drive for a field role one day, helping design a new HR policy the next, or supporting a culture-building initiative across multiple teams.

You will:

• Be the go-to teammate for people-related support, from onboarding and day-to-day queries to guiding employees through their growth journey.
• Assist in recruiting for a variety of global roles, taking responsibility for writing and posting job ads, screening CVs, doing first interviews, reference checking, contracting and ensuring the entire candidate experience is exceptional.
• Support the Head of HR Operations with traditional HR administrative duties where necessary (including tasks relating to compliance, performance management, industrial relations, administration, etc.).
• Keep our People systems (like BambooHR) accurate, organised, and running seamlessly.
• Support the People Team on projects, events, and initiatives that keep our culture thriving.
• Jump into ad-hoc and new challenges with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset, helping the team navigate the variety and pace of our work.

Here, you’ll experience a broad scope of responsibilities, project-based work, and exponential personal and professional growth - all while supporting colleagues around the world.

WHO YOU ARE & WHAT YOU BRING

• You have a proactive and curious mindset, are resourceful and take initiative
• You have 2-3 years of experience in a support, admin, or coordination role, preferably in HR or recruitment.
• You have excellent time management skills and can effectively prioritise and organise tasks to meet deadlines.
• You are outstanding with people, possessing excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and can build rapport with a diverse range of people.
• You are naturally diplomatic and able to navigate nuanced, people-related situations with discretion and a high level of confidentiality.
• You embody Second Nature’s core values, which include working with discretion, open-mindedness, equality, and confidentiality.
• You have a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, and a service-focused, proactive problem‑solving approach.
• You are comfortable with G-Suite and are able to quickly learn new systems.
• A tertiary qualification is advantageous.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• A monthly salary of R18 0000 - R20 000 (depending on experience)
• Flexible working set-up: remote or hybrid from Cape Town
• Direct mentorship from industry leaders
• A collaborative, fast-paced, and supportive culture
• A career, not just a job

MEET YOUR FUTURE TEAM

Join the team at Second Nature, where people are the core of our business. We are a group of compassionate and ambitious individuals who are authentic, trusting, and supportive. We believe in pursuing excellence because our work has a direct and real impact.

As a member of the People Team, you will be at the heart of this mission. We're connectors, problem-solvers, and growth champions who ensure everyone has the support they need to thrive. Our team is agile and fast-paced, and we always show up for each other. You will be joining a close-knit group that works hard and laughs together, helping people flourish in their roles and beyond.

WHY JOIN SECOND NATURE?

Second Nature is the home of purpose-driven brands like GVI, Bushwise, World of Difference, and the GVI Foundation. We believe careers should be driven by curiosity, courage, and impact - not just job titles.

Alongside meaningful work, you will be supported by colleagues who are experts in their fields – whether you’re collaborating with the CEO, contributing to critical business decisions, or helping drive social and environmental impact around the world.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit your:

• CV
• Cover Letter, answering: What appeals to you most about this role and why?
• What are your top 3‑5 strengths that you will bring to this role
• Please give us an overview of your most recent applicable experience and how you would use that in this role.
• What question do you think would be important for us to ask you to get to know you better, and why?

OUR HIRING PROCESS

• Interview with People Team
• Interview with your future manager
• Practical skills assessment
• Final interview with Senior Leadership
• Background checks

✅ YOUR NEXT STEP

If you’re looking to start your career somewhere extraordinary, we want to hear from you. Ready to show us what you’ve got?

Kindly note: We genuinely appreciate every application we receive. If you haven’t heard from us within 3–4 weeks, it likely means we’ve moved forward with other candidates this time. That said, we’d love for you to stay connected and consider applying again in the future!