Trainee Human Resources Assistant

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive HR training

Entry-level salary

Exposure to HR facets

HR certifications growth

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Trainee Human Resources Assistant in East London. This hybrid role combines in-office tasks with remote learning, giving you hands-on exposure to recruitment support, onboarding, offboarding, and HR administration.

You will work closely with the HR team to maintain records, organize events and training, and support day-to-day operations while developing industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• A discreet and professional approach to handling confidential information.
• A keen interest in human resources and a desire to learn industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the recruitment process, including posting job openings and screening applications.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes for new and departing employees.
• Maintain employee records and update HR databases accurately.
• Help in organizing HR events and training sessions.
• Provide administrative support to the HR team as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Administrative skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic individual to join their team as a Trainee Human Resources Assistant in East London . This role provides a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various HR functions, including recruitment support, employee relations, and HR administration. You will work closely with the HR department to ensure efficient operations and contribute to a positive employee experience. This hybrid position combines in-office engagement for essential administrative tasks and team collaboration with remote flexibility, supporting a balanced approach to learning and contribution within the HR field.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the recruitment process, including posting job openings and screening applications.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes for new and departing employees.
• Maintain employee records and update HR databases accurately.
• Help in organizing HR events and training sessions.
• Provide administrative support to the HR team as needed.

Requirements

• Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• A discreet and professional approach to handling confidential information.
• A keen interest in human resources and a desire to learn industry best practices.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training in HR functions and practices.
• Competitive entry-level salary with opportunities for development.
• Exposure to all facets of human resources within a supportive environment.
• Opportunities for further HR certifications and career growth.
• Hybrid work model to promote work-life balance and effective collaboration.