Strategic Hr & Payroll Manager

Network Finance; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance in Johannesburg is seeking a Human Resource Officer to provide responsive HR support across the business, acting as a first point of contact for employees and managers while ensuring efficient HR administration, employee relations, and talent processes.

The role covers recruitment coordination, onboarding/offboarding, probation reviews, employee movements, and HR data reporting. A National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in HRM with extensive SA labour law knowledge is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 24 years' experience in HR/generalist roles.
• Solid knowledge of South African labour legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA, OHSA, POPIA).
• Bachelor's degree or diploma in HRM or related field.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first point of contact for HR queries across business units.
• Support HR policy implementation and processes for employees and managers.
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, offboarding and probation reviews.
• Assist with employee movements, records, and HR data reporting.
• Provide HR insights to support retention and engagement initiatives.

Skills

HR generalist

Employee relations

HR policy guidance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Diploma/Bachelor in HR Management

Job description

An exciting opportunity is available for a Human Resource Officer to join a dynamic organisation in Johannesburg.

The successful candidate will provide responsive and professional Human Capital support across the business, acting as a key point of contact for employees and managers while ensuring effective HR administration, employee relations and talent processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for Human Capital-related queries within assigned business units.
• Provide professional guidance to employees on HR policies, procedures and processes.
• Support Human Capital Business Partners with the implementation of HR strategies and initiatives.
• Coordinate HR service delivery to support business efficiency.
• Liaise with employees and management to ensure smooth and effective HR operations.
• Contribute to HR process and system improvements.

Talent Administration & Coordination

• Coordinate the administrative aspects of recruitment, including documentation and approvals.
• Support employee onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Monitor probation periods and ensure managers are reminded of required reviews and check-ins.
• Facilitate employee movements including new appointments, transfers and promotions.
• Maintain accurate records of job descriptions, offers and employee engagement documentation.
• Prepare offers for new employees.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Manage and document basic employee relations matters, including absenteeism and performance-related issues.
• Assist with disciplinary processes, ensuring the required documentation and procedures are followed.
• Escalate complex employee relations matters to the appropriate senior HR or legal stakeholders.
• Monitor workplace trends and escalate employee concerns where necessary.
• Keep up to date with applicable South African labour legislation and communicate relevant changes.

HR Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee information and records.
• Facilitate exit interviews and manage the employee exit process.
• Ensure employee movements and new engagement documentation are appropriately approved and submitted.
• Maintain the job description repository for the business unit.
• Collect and compile HR data and information for reporting purposes.
• Provide insights from employee records and exit interviews to support retention and engagement initiatives.

Job Experience and Skills Required

• National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology or a related field.
• 24 years' experience in a Human Resources/HR generalist environment.
• Good understanding of South African labour legislation, including:
  • Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA)
  • Labour Relations Act (LRA)
  • Employment Equity Act (EEA)
  • Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
  • Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)