Remote HR Compliance Officer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Fully remote work

Professional development

Ethical organizational culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote HR Compliance Officer to ensure adherence to South Africa's employment laws across operations. The role focuses on developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance programs to mitigate risk.

You will conduct audits, address grievances, and provide guidance to HR staff and management while maintaining data privacy. A law or HR background and 5+ years in compliance are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Human Resources, or related field.
• 5+ years of HR compliance or related legal/HR experience.
• Expert knowledge of SA labor legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA).
• Experience in HR audits and developing compliance programs.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and report-writing skills.
• Excellent remote communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR compliance policies and procedures.
• Monitor labor law changes and update policies.
• Conduct HR compliance audits and risk assessments.
• Investigate and address compliance issues or grievances.
• Provide training to HR staff and management on compliance matters.
• Maintain records of compliance activities and prepare reports.
• Ensure data privacy and confidentiality in HR processes.

Skills

HR compliance expertise

Labor law knowledge

Auditing

Policy development

Policy reporting

Remote communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Human Resources, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly knowledgeable and proactive Remote HR Compliance Officer to ensure adherence to all employment laws and regulations across their operations. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring HR compliance programs, conducting audits, and providing guidance on legal requirements related to employment. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a meticulous approach to detail, and extensive knowledge of South African labor legislation. This role is critical in mitigating risks and maintaining the company's ethical standards and legal standing in all HR practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive HR compliance policies and procedures.
• Monitor changes in labor laws and regulations and update company policies accordingly.
• Conduct regular HR compliance audits and risk assessments.
• Investigate and address any compliance-related issues or grievances.
• Provide training and guidance to HR staff and management on compliance matters.
• Maintain accurate records of compliance activities and prepare reports for senior management.
• Ensure data privacy and confidentiality in all HR processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience specifically in HR compliance, labor law, or a related legal/HR role.
• Expert knowledge of South African labor legislation, including BCEA, LRA, EEA, and SDA.
• Experience in conducting HR audits and developing compliance programs.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills suitable for remote interaction.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on critical compliance initiatives.
• Continuous professional development and training.
• A supportive and ethical organizational culture committed to compliance.