Remote HR Specialist - Employee Relations

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote HR Specialist focused on Employee Relations to support a dispersed team. You will handle grievances, conduct impartial investigations, and advise managers on best practices to maintain a fair work environment from anywhere.

The role emphasizes strong communication and conflict-resolution skills within a fully remote setup. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in employee relations and a SA employment-law background, with experience using HRIS and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Law or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in employee relations.
• In-depth knowledge of employment law in South Africa and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to conduct sensitive investigations with impartiality and discretion.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and mediation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve employee relations issues including grievances, disputes and disciplinary actions.
• Conduct thorough, objective investigations into workplace concerns and policy violations.
• Develop and deliver training to employees and managers on employee relations best practices.
• Advise management on legal compliance and risk mitigation related to employment practices.
• Promote a positive, inclusive workplace culture through proactive engagement.
• Maintain confidential and accurate employee relations records.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Mediation

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Related fields

Tools

HRIS

Remote tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Remote HR Specialist with a focus on Employee Relations to join their dispersed team. This role is critical for maintaining a positive and productive work environment across the organization, wherever employees are located. You will be responsible for addressing employee concerns, mediating disputes, conducting investigations, and advising management on best practices for employee relations. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who excels in remote collaboration and possesses strong conflict resolution skills, contributing to a fair and supportive culture from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve employee relations issues, including grievances, disputes, and disciplinary actions.
• Conduct thorough and objective investigations into workplace concerns and policy violations.
• Develop and deliver training to employees and managers on employee relations best practices and policy adherence.
• Advise management on legal compliance and risk mitigation related to employment practices.
• Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture through proactive engagement initiatives.
• Maintain confidential and accurate employee relations records.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Law, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience specializing in employee relations.
• In-depth knowledge of employment law and HR best practices, particularly in South Africa .
• Demonstrated ability to conduct sensitive investigations with impartiality and discretion.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and mediation skills.
• Proficiency with remote work tools and HRIS systems.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from Centurion or any approved location.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional growth.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.