Remote HR Compliance Specialist

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Competitive salary

Opportunities for specialized training

Supportive ethics culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous and proactive Remote HR Compliance Specialist to ensure adherence to South Africa's labor laws across distributed operations. This role focuses on staying updated on legislation, developing and updating HR policies, and conducting regular audits to maintain compliance.

You will be a key resource safeguarding the organization against legal risks and promoting ethical employment practices, with fully remote work and opportunities for training in compliance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, HR, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of HR compliance and employment law experience.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA, etc.).
• Experience developing and implementing compliance programs and policies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to communicate complex legal requirements clearly.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret employment laws and regulations.
• Develop, update and disseminate HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Conduct regular internal audits of HR practices, including employment records and compensation.
• Investigate and resolve compliance issues and employee complaints related to regulatory matters.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs to employees and management.
• Maintain accurate and organized compliance documentation and records.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous and proactive Remote HR Compliance Specialist to ensure adherence to all relevant labor laws and regulations across their distributed operations. This critical role involves staying abreast of evolving legislation, developing and updating HR policies, and conducting regular audits to maintain compliance. You will be a key resource for the organization, safeguarding it against legal risks and promoting ethical employment practices. This is an exceptional opportunity for a detail-oriented compliance professional to work remotely and make a significant impact on the company's legal and ethical standing.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret federal, provincial, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Develop, update, and disseminate HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Conduct regular internal audits of HR practices, including employment records and compensation.
• Investigate and resolve compliance issues and employee complaints related to regulatory matters.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs to employees and management.
• Maintain accurate and organized compliance documentation and records.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience focused on HR compliance and employment law.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA, etc.).
• Experience in developing and implementing compliance programs and policies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to communicate complex legal requirements clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work environment, providing work-life balance.
• Opportunities for specialized training in compliance and legal updates.
• Contribution to a strong ethical culture and risk mitigation.
• Access to virtual collaboration tools and support systems.