Senior HR Generalist (Remote)

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Home office setup allowance

Professional development allowance

401(k) or retirement savings

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior HR Generalist to join their fully remote team in South Africa. You will provide comprehensive HR support across locations, focusing on strategic initiatives and operational excellence, with emphasis on employee relations and policy development.

The role requires 5–7 years of HR Generalist experience, strong knowledge of SA labor law, and proficiency with HRIS and collaboration tools in a distributed, remote environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in HR, business admin, or related field.
• 5–7 years of progressive HR Generalist experience focusing on employee relations and talent management.
• Solid knowledge of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment with virtual collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex employee relations issues, providing guidance and resolution remotely.
• Develop, implement, and update HR policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and best practices.
• Lead talent acquisition efforts, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding new hires across regions.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and fairness.
• Design and deliver training programs and employee development initiatives virtually.
• Analyze HR data and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.

Skills

Employee relations

Talent management

Remote collaboration

Virtual communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS

Zoom

Slack

Microsoft Teams

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly experienced and motivated Senior HR Generalist to join their fully remote team. This position will provide comprehensive HR support to employees and management across various locations, focusing on strategic initiatives and operational excellence. You will be responsible for managing complex employee relations, developing HR policies, and driving talent management programs. The ideal candidate thrives in a remote work environment, demonstrates strong initiative, and possesses a deep understanding of HR best practices. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact from anywhere in South Africa, contributing to a forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex employee relations issues, providing guidance and resolution support to employees and managers remotely.
• Develop, implement, and update HR policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and best practices.
• Lead talent acquisition efforts, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding new hires across different regions.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and fairness.
• Design and deliver training programs and employee development initiatives virtually.
• Analyze HR data and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's preferred.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience as an HR Generalist , with a strong emphasis on employee relations and talent management.
• Extensive knowledge of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Proven experience working effectively in a remote or distributed team environment.
• Excellent virtual communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS and collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Slack, Microsoft Teams).

Benefits

• Competitive salary with remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse and geographically dispersed team.
• Contribution to a 401(k) or similar retirement savings plan.