Remote HR Specialist

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 391,000 - 558,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Health and wellness benefits

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated HR Specialist to join a fully remote team. You will support day-to-day HR operations, onboarding/offboarding, data integrity in the HRIS, and benefits administration across locations while helping implement HR policies.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in a generalist HR role, a Bachelor's in HR, and strong organizational skills with a proactive, remote-work mindset. This role emphasizes excellent HR service delivery from anywhere.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in a generalist HR role or as an HR Specialist.
• Proficiency with HRIS software and standard HR office suites.
• Strong understanding of HR principles and South African labor legislation.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with strong remote work habits.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee HR-related queries and concerns.
• Manage and maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS.
• Support the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, and contract management.
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits programs and payroll-related information.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.

Skills

HR generalist

HRIS proficiency

Remote work

Employee relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Tools

HRIS software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and proactive HR Specialist to join their fully remote team. This role is critical in supporting the day-to-day HR operations and ensuring smooth execution of HR policies and procedures for employees across various locations. You will be a key point of contact for employee inquiries, manage HR data, and assist with onboarding, offboarding, and benefits administration. This is an exciting opportunity for an HR professional who excels in a remote setting and is passionate about delivering exceptional HR support from anywhere. You will work closely with the HR team to enhance the employee experience through efficient and effective HR practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee HR-related queries and concerns.
• Manage and maintain accurate employee records in the HR Information System (HRIS).
• Support the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, and contract management.
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits programs and payroll-related information.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in a generalist HR role or as an HR Specialist.
• Proficiency with HRIS software and standard HR office suites.
• Strong understanding of HR principles and South African labor legislation.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with strong remote work habits.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A collaborative and inclusive virtual team environment.