Remote HR Administrator

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Professional development

Company tools for remote

Generous annual leave

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote HR Administrator to support HR operations from a home office. The role focuses on maintaining employee records, HR documentation, onboarding and offboarding, and providing admin support to the HR team in a fully remote setup.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of experience in HR administration, familiarity with South African labor law, proficiency in MS Office and HRIS, and excellent organizational and communication skills suitable for virtual collaboration.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of HR administration or similar experience.
• Familiarity with South African labor law.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HRIS usage.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS and physical files.
• Administer HR documentation, including contracts, offer letters, and HR forms.
• Assist with onboarding for new hires, ensuring paperwork is complete and accurate.
• Support offboarding for departing employees.
• Respond to employee queries about HR policies, procedures, and benefits.
• Schedule and coordinate HR meetings, interviews, and training sessions.
• Prepare HR reports and presentations.
• Ensure compliance with POPIA data privacy regulations.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team.
• Process HR-related documentation for payroll and benefits.

Skills

HR Administration

Remote work

Time management

Education

Relevant qualification in Human Resources or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

HRIS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly organized and efficient Remote HR Administrator to support their HR operations. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to manage administrative tasks and provide essential HR support from the convenience of your home office. You will be responsible for maintaining employee records, managing HR documentation, assisting with onboarding and offboarding processes, and providing general administrative support to the HR team and employees. We are committed to providing a streamlined and supportive employee experience, and this role is fundamental to ensuring the smooth functioning of our HR department. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational skills, a keen attention to detail, and a strong command of HR administration principles. You should be proficient with HR software and able to communicate effectively in a virtual environment. This is a great opportunity for an individual passionate about HR administration to contribute to a growing, remote-first organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HR Information System (HRIS) and physical files.
• Manage the administration of HR documentation, including employment contracts, offer letters, and HR forms.
• Assist with the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately and efficiently.
• Support the offboarding process for departing employees.
• Respond to employee queries regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits.
• Schedule and coordinate HR-related meetings, interviews, and training sessions.
• Assist with the preparation of HR reports and presentations.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., POPIA).
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team.
• Process HR-related documentation for payroll and benefits administration.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Human Resources, Administration, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in an HR administration or similar administrative role.
• Familiarity with HR processes and South African labor law principles.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and experience with HRIS systems.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, suitable for a remote environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a virtual team.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to gain broad experience in HR administration within a supportive environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Company-provided tools and technology for remote work.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Collaborative and inclusive virtual team culture.