Remote HR Operations Specialist

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Professional development

Medical aid/pension

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a detail-oriented Remote HR Operations Specialist to join a fully remote team based in George, Western Cape. You will oversee HRIS data integrity, payroll changes, onboarding and offboarding, and HR reporting while ensuring compliance with SA labour laws.

This role is ideal for self-starters who excel in a virtual setting, with a focus on data accuracy, confidentiality, and providing timely HR support to a distributed workforce.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Human Resources or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in HR administration or operations, preferably remote.
• Strong understanding of HR principles and South African labour legislation.
• Proficiency in HRIS and HR software.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain HRIS data accuracy and security.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and offboarding processes remotely.
• Coordinate and deliver HR training programs and employee development initiatives.
• Generate HR reports and analytics to support decision-making and identify trends.
• Ensure compliance with South African labour laws and company policies.

Skills

HRIS proficiency

Payroll processing

Recruitment coordination

Onboarding

Offboarding

Data analytics

Remote communication

SA labour law

Confidentiality

Education

HR qualification

Tools

HRIS software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Remote HR Operations Specialist to join their fully remote team. This role is crucial for ensuring the efficient and effective administration of HR processes and systems across the organization. If you thrive in a remote-first environment and have a passion for optimizing HR operations, this opportunity in George, Western Cape is for you. You will play a key part in maintaining HR data integrity, supporting HR projects, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, all while working from the comfort of your own home. This position is designed for individuals who are self-starters and excel in a virtual setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain HRIS data accuracy, ensuring all employee information is up-to-date and secure.
• Support the HR team in the administration of recruitment, onboarding and offboarding processes remotely.
• Assist in the coordination and delivery of HR training programs and employee development initiatives.
• Generate HR reports and analytics to support decision-making and identify trends.
• Ensure compliance with South African labour laws and company policies in all HR operations.
• Process payroll changes, benefits enrollments and other employee data updates accurately and timely.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee queries regarding HR policies, procedures and benefits.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes and systems.
• Maintain confidential HR records and documentation according to legal and company standards.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Human Resources or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in HR administration or operations, preferably in a remote setting.
• Strong understanding of HR principles, practices and South African labour legislation.
• Proficiency in HR Information Systems (HRIS) and HR software.
• Excellent data management and analytical skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills suitable for a remote role.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and maintain high levels of accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable home office setup.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering work-life flexibility.
• Annual salary package of R .
• Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking and distributed team.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Contribution to medical aid and pension fund.
• Access to cutting-edge HR technology and tools.