Senior HR & Payroll Consultant (SA)

Humankind Group; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Humankind Group is seeking an experienced HR Consultant to lead payroll, ER and general HR in a fast-paced environment. The role requires hands-on ownership, advising employees and management on labour matters, and ensuring accurate payroll processing.

You will drive PIPs, disciplinary investigations, and HR compliance under SA labour law, while maintaining precise records and supporting HR projects. Strong Excel skills and PaySpace proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in HR, industrial psychology, labour relations or related field.
• Minimum 8 years' payroll experience.
• At least 2 years' hands-on PaySpace Payroll experience.
• Strong practical experience in employee relations.
• Experience managing PIPs, disciplinary processes, investigations and hearings.
• Solid knowledge of South African labour legislation.
• Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely processing.
• Capture and verify payroll inputs, adjustments, deductions, leave and employee benefits.
• Reconcile payroll reports and investigate and resolve payroll queries.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Prepare monthly payroll reports and provide relevant insights to management.
• Manage and facilitate employee relations matters in a fair, consistent and professional manner.
• Guide managers through disciplinary and corrective action processes.
• Conduct and facilitate disciplinary investigations, meetings and hearings.
• Drive and oversee Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs).
• Provide guidance on grievances, performance concerns and employee-related matters.
• Ensure HR and ER practices remain aligned with South African labour legislation.
• Provide guidance and support on HR policies, procedures and best practices.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Assist with statutory HR compliance and reporting.
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives as required.
• Build strong working relationships with employees and management.

Skills

Payroll processing

Employee relations

HR policy guidance

Attention to detail

MS Excel

Disciplinary guidance

Education

Diploma/Degree in HR or related field

Tools

PaySpace Payroll

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Humankind Group is seeking an experienced HR Consultant to lead payroll, ER and general HR in a fast-paced environment. The role requires hands-on ownership, advising employees and management on labour matters, and ensuring accurate payroll processing.

You will drive PIPs, disciplinary investigations, and HR compliance under SA labour law, while maintaining precise records and supporting HR projects. Strong Excel skills and PaySpace proficiency are essential.