Remote HR Coordinator | Onboarding & Employee Experience

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Remote; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote working arrangement

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Collaborative remote team environment

Exposure to a wide range of HR tasks

Innovative and forward-thinking org

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote HR Coordinator to join a fully remote workforce. You will support HR processes, maintain employee records, coordinate recruitment, and assist with onboarding from anywhere, including Paarl, Western Cape.

The role requires 2–3 years HR support experience, familiarity with HRIS and MS Office, and a solid understanding of South African labour laws. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success in a distributed team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Human Resources or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in an HR support role (Coordinator, Administrator, Assistant).
• Familiarity with HRIS systems and MS Office Suite.
• Good understanding of South African labour law principles.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proactive approach and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy.
• Prior experience in a remote work setting is highly advantageous.
• Enthusiasm for HR and employee support.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain employee records and HR databases.
• Assist with the coordination of recruitment activities, including scheduling interviews and managing candidate communication.
• Support the onboarding process for new employees.
• Handle general HR inquiries from employees and provide appropriate guidance.
• Assist in the preparation of HR reports and presentations.
• Help organize and coordinate employee events and training sessions.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies and South African labour laws.
• Support HR projects and initiatives as required.
• Contribute to fostering a positive and inclusive remote work culture.
• Maintain confidentiality of all employee information.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Written and verbal communication

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote HR Coordinator to join a fully remote workforce. You will support HR processes, maintain employee records, coordinate recruitment, and assist with onboarding from anywhere, including Paarl, Western Cape.

The role requires 2–3 years HR support experience, familiarity with HRIS and MS Office, and a solid understanding of South African labour laws. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success in a distributed team.