Remote HR Generalist (Global Operations)

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote HR Generalist to support a distributed South African workforce, with a focus on the Western Cape region. You will manage onboarding, offboarding, performance, and employee relations across time zones, while ensuring compliance with SA labor laws and company policies.

You will partner with global HR to align strategies locally, drive remote engagement, and support hiring managers in talent acquisition.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of HR Generalist experience.
• Experience handling HR remotely for distributed teams.
• Strong knowledge of SA labor law and EE principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage full employee lifecycle for assigned teams in a remote setting.
• Develop and interpret HR policies compliant with SA labor laws.
• Serve as primary contact for employees and managers on HR queries.
• Collaborate with global HR to tailor strategies locally.
• Support talent acquisition by partnering with managers.
• Drive remote employee engagement initiatives.
• Investigate grievances and disciplinary matters.
• Maintain accurate HR records and data integrity.
• Stay updated on remote-work practices and employment legislation.

Skills

Remote work proficiency

HRIS experience

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Time management

Remote collaboration tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Tools

Slack

Zoom

G Suite

HRIS platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering tech startup with a global footprint, is seeking a highly adaptable and experienced Remote HR Generalist to join their fully remote workforce. While the company operates globally, this role is specifically geared towards supporting employees and operations within South Africa, with a focus on regions like the Western Cape . This position is crucial for maintaining a strong company culture, ensuring compliance, and supporting employee lifecycle processes across diverse teams. This is a fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated HR professional who thrives in a distributed work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full employee lifecycle for assigned teams, including onboarding, offboarding, performance management, and employee relations, all within a remote context.
• Develop, implement, and interpret HR policies and procedures, ensuring they are adapted for a remote-first organization and comply with South African labor laws.
• Act as a primary point of contact for employees and managers, providing guidance and support on HR-related queries, policies, and best practices.
• Collaborate with the global HR team to ensure consistent application of HR strategies and initiatives, while adapting them to local needs.
• Support talent acquisition efforts by partnering with hiring managers to define roles, source candidates, and facilitate the recruitment process.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives tailored for a remote workforce, fostering connection and a strong sense of community.
• Conduct investigations into employee grievances and disciplinary issues, ensuring fair and consistent resolution.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure data integrity within HR information systems.
• Stay updated on evolving remote work best practices and employment legislation to ensure ongoing compliance and effectiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of comprehensive HR Generalist experience, preferably within a tech or fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience managing HR functions remotely or for a distributed workforce.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor law and employment equity principles.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with a strong emphasis on remote collaboration tools.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and proficiency in digital collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Zoom, G Suite).
• Demonstrated success in fostering employee engagement in a remote setting.
• Candidates must be fully equipped for remote work and available to connect with teams across different time zones.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers an annual salary of R . Our client provides excellent health insurance, a competitive retirement plan, and generous paid time off. You will have access to cutting-edge remote work tools and continuous learning opportunities to enhance your professional growth. This role offers the ultimate flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere within South Africa while contributing to a dynamic and innovative global company.