Remote HR Generalist - Compliance Focus

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote benefits

Flexible hours

Development budget for compliance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a fully remote HR Generalist with a strong compliance emphasis to ensure all HR practices meet SA labor law and internal standards. This role provides expert guidance on compliance, conducts audits, and supports remote employees and management across all regions.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in HR, deep knowledge of SA labor legislation and experience updating policies, plus strong analytical and communication skills to mitigate risk and drive best practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ HR experience with strong compliance focus.
• In-depth knowledge of SA labor law and HR best practices.
• Experience in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures.
• Proven ability to conduct HR audits and risk assessments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure comprehensive compliance with SA labor law (BCEA, LRA, EEA) and related legislation.
• Develop and update HR policies and procedures for organizational compliance.
• Conduct regular HR audits and risk assessments to identify improvement areas.
• Provide guidance to management and employees on compliance-related issues.
• Manage employee relations with emphasis on fair process and legal adherence.
• Monitor changes in labor legislation and advise the organization accordingly.

Skills

HR compliance

Employee relations

Policy development

HR audits

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

HR qualification (LLB, or Post-graduate Diploma in HR)

Job description

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Remote HR Generalist with a focus on compliance to join their fully remote team. This role will be critical in ensuring that all HR practices and policies adhere to current South African labor laws and regulations, as well as internal company standards. You will provide expert guidance on compliance matters, conduct audits, and develop strategies to mitigate risks, supporting employees and management remotely across all operational areas. This is an ideal position for a compliance-minded HR professional seeking a flexible, remote work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure comprehensive compliance with South African labor law, BCEA, LRA, EEA, and other relevant legislation.
• Develop, implement, and update HR policies and procedures to maintain compliance across the organization.
• Conduct regular HR audits and risk assessments to identify areas for improvement.
• Provide guidance and support to management and employees on compliance-related issues and best practices in a remote setting.
• Manage employee relations issues with a strong emphasis on fair process and legal adherence.
• Stay abreast of changes in labor legislation and advise the organization accordingly.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HR, with a significant focus on HR compliance and employee relations.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Experience in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures.
• Proven ability to conduct HR audits and risk assessments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Relevant HR qualification (e.g., LLB, Post-graduate Diploma in HR) is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive remote benefits package.
• Performance-based bonus structure.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from anywhere in South Africa.
• Dedicated budget for professional development and certifications in compliance.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the ethical and legal framework of a growing company.