Remote HR Generalist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Medical and retirement benefits

Home office setup allowance

Professional development resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a versatile Remote HR Generalist to support employees and management from anywhere in South Africa. You will handle employee relations, performance management, onboarding, policy development, and HR operations in a fully remote setup.

The role emphasizes remote collaboration, confidentiality, and delivering a positive employee experience across distributed teams, with competitive salary and benefits including medical and retirement plans, home-office allowance, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience as an HR Generalist, with remote-work experience.
• Strong knowledge of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Proficiency with HRIS and virtual collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on employee relations, performance management, and HR policies remotely.
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding for a dispersed workforce.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies ensuring compliance.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs with providers.
• Manage recruitment across regions, including sourcing and offers.
• Drive employee engagement and support HR projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Teams/Zoom/Slack

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a versatile and proactive Remote HR Generalist to join their fully remote workforce. This role offers the flexibility to work from any location in South Africa, providing comprehensive HR support to employees and management. You will be instrumental in managing various HR functions, including employee relations, performance management, policy development, and onboarding, all within a virtual environment. This position is ideal for an experienced HR professional who excels in remote collaboration and is passionate about fostering a positive employee experience regardless of physical location, serving our distributed teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and support on employee relations, performance management, and HR policies remotely.
• Oversee and execute the employee onboarding and offboarding processes for a dispersed workforce.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs, liaising with relevant providers.
• Manage recruitment processes, including sourcing, interviewing, and extending offers to candidates across various regions.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and support HR projects contributing to organizational development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related discipline.
• 4+ years of experience in a broad HR Generalist role, with proven success in remote work settings.
• In-depth understanding of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Slack).
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Allowance for home office setup and connectivity.
• Access to online professional development and training resources.