Remote HR Officer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time remote work

Medical aid

Provident fund

Skill development

Career progression

Supportive virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote HR Officer to support a growing team. The role focuses on onboarding, data management, policy administration, and resolving employee queries from a remote setting.

You will handle HRIS records, contribute to policy implementation, and assist with training initiatives while collaborating with a virtual team. This position offers full-time remote work with competitive benefits and career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related discipline.
• 2–3 years of experience in an HR Officer or similar HR support role.
• Experience working remotely or with virtual teams is highly advantageous.
• Good knowledge of South African labour law and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in HRIS and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate onboarding and offboarding processes for new and departing employees.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS.
• Administer HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistent application across the organization.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR matters, benefits, and policies promptly and professionally.
• Assist in coordinating employee training and development programs.
• Support HR projects and initiatives as directed by HR management.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and organized Remote HR Officer to support their growing team. This position is ideal for an HR professional who thrives in a virtual environment and is passionate about employee support and HR operations. You will be responsible for assisting with a wide range of HR functions, including onboarding, employee data management, policy administration, and employee query resolution, all while working remotely. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a positive and efficient workplace from the comfort of your own home.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the onboarding and offboarding processes for new and departing employees.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HR information system (HRIS).
• Administer HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistent application across the organization.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR matters, benefits, and policies in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist in the coordination of employee training and development programs.
• Support HR projects and initiatives as directed by HR management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related discipline.
• 2-3 years of experience in an HR Officer or similar HR support role.
• Experience working in a remote capacity or with virtual teams is highly advantageous.
• Good knowledge of South African labour law and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in HRIS and MS Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Full-time remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Contribution to medical aid and provident fund.
• Opportunities for skill development and career progression within HR.
• Supportive virtual team environment focused on collaboration.