Remote HR Generalist - Employee Relations Focus

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Performance bonuses

Annual leave

Professional development

Innovative team

Laptop provided

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Remote HR Generalist with a strong focus on Employee Relations. You will manage grievances, provide policy guidance, and support managers across a distributed workforce in a fully remote role.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in HR/Law/Business Admin and 4–6 years in HR with ER emphasis, plus solid knowledge of SA labor law and investigations.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong mediation and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience handling employee relations and policy guidance.
• Knowledge of South African labor law and employment legislation.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve grievances and disciplinary issues promptly and impartially.
• Provide guidance to managers and employees on ER matters, performance management, and HR policies.
• Develop, implement, and update HR policies for remote contexts.
• Conduct HR investigations with thoroughness and confidentiality.
• Facilitate mediation between employees and resolve conflicts.
• Advise on legal compliance related to employment law and ER.
• Contribute to training on HR topics like conflict resolution and performance management.
• Collaborate with other HR functions to support employee development.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Mediation

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor’s degree (HR/Law/Business Admin)

Tools

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and innovative tech startup, is seeking a proactive and experienced Remote HR Generalist with a strong focus on Employee Relations to join their growing team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will play a crucial role in managing and resolving complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of HR policies, and fostering a positive and productive remote work environment. This role requires a deep understanding of labor laws, conflict resolution, and best practices in managing employee conduct and grievances. You will be a key point of contact for employees and managers, providing guidance and support on a wide range of HR matters. We are looking for a self-motivated individual who thrives in a remote setting and can effectively navigate sensitive employee situations with diplomacy and professionalism. Your expertise will be vital in maintaining a harmonious workplace culture across our distributed workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve employee grievances and disciplinary issues promptly and impartially.
• Provide expert guidance and support to managers and employees on employee relations matters, performance management, and HR policies.
• Develop, implement, and update HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance and best practice, particularly in a remote context.
• Conduct HR-related investigations, ensuring thoroughness, fairness, and confidentiality.
• Facilitate mediation and conflict resolution between employees.
• Advise on legal compliance related to employment law and employee relations.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of training programs on HR-related topics, such as conflict resolution and performance management.
• Collaborate with other HR functions to ensure a cohesive approach to employee support and development.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.

Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in Human Resources, with a significant focus on Employee Relations.

In-depth knowledge of South African labor law and employment legislation.

Proven experience in conducting workplace investigations and resolving complex ER issues.

Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and discretion.

Strong mediation and conflict resolution skills.

Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.

Proficiency in HRIS and general office software.

Experience in a tech or startup environment is a plus.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Performance bonuses.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning are actively encouraged.
• You will be part of an innovative and supportive team, working with cutting-edge technology.
• Company-provided laptop and a stipend for home office setup.
• Join a company that values its employees' well-being and embraces the future of work.