3,115 Hr Assistants jobs in South Africa

Our company is looking for a dedicated and proactive HR Assistant to join our dynamic team. If you are an organised person, attentive to detail and passionate about the field of human resources, this position could be right for you.

• Providing administrative support for the human resources department
• Participation in the recruitment and selection process
• Preparation and updating of documents specific to human resources
• Close collaboration with employees and company management to ensure an efficient and pleasant working environment

• Higher education in human resources or relevant experience in a similar position
• Solid knowledge of labour law
• Excellent communication and relationship skills
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment

• The opportunity to learn and evolve in a stimulating professional environment
• Training and personal and professional development programs
• A friendly and supportive team
• Opportunities for advancement within the company

Our company is looking for a dedicated and proactive HR Assistant to join our dynamic team. If you are an organised person, attentive to detail and passionate about the field of human resources, this position could be right for you.

• Providing administrative support for the human resources department
• Participation in the recruitment and selection process
• Preparation and updating of documents specific to human resources
• Close collaboration with employees and company management to ensure an efficient and pleasant working environment

• Higher education in human resources or relevant experience in a similar position
• Solid knowledge of labour law
• Excellent communication and relationship skills
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment

• The opportunity to learn and evolve in a stimulating professional environment
• Training and personal and professional development programs
• A friendly and supportive team
• Opportunities for advancement within the company

Overview

SUMMARY :

A Client is seeking a highly experienced and dynamic HR Assistant to join their team in Durban. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years' experience in Human Resources, with a strong focus on Industrial Relations (IR). This role requires a professional who is well-versed in South African labour legislation, disciplinary procedures, union engagement, and dispute resolution. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the HR department, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and maintaining positive employee relations within the organization.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide expert support in all IR matters, including handling grievances, disciplinary hearings, and CCMA processes.
• Liaise with union representatives and ensure healthy working relationships with organized labour.
• Assist in the implementation and enforcement of company policies and procedures in line with labour legislation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date IR documentation and case records.
• Guide line managers on IR best practices and advise on potential legal risks.
• Support preparation of evidence and documentation for dispute resolution or arbitration.

• Assist in recruitment and onboarding processes, including preparing contracts and conducting orientations.
• Maintain employee records, HR databases, and personnel files.
• Support payroll and benefits administration by collecting and verifying relevant employee data.
• Assist with performance management tracking and employee development initiatives.
• Contribute to HR reports, audits, and compliance reviews.
• Provide administrative support for all HR-related activities.

• 10+ years of experience in a Human Resources role, with a focus on Industrial Relations.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labour law (BCEA, LRA, EEA, etc.).
• Experience handling disciplinary procedures, union engagement, and CCMA representation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong administrative and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HR information systems.

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management, Labour Relations, or related field.
• Additional IR / Legal qualifications or certifications (advantageous).

• Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and manage sensitive situations professionally
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
• Confidentiality and integrity in handling employee matters

Winning Form has an exciting opportunity available for a HR Assistant to be based in Umhlanga, Durban. The successful incumbents will be esponsible for processing administration; scheduling appointments; conducting orientation; maintaining records and information. Assisting with day to day operation of the Human Resource function and duties.

Minimum requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Diploma/Degree qualification/ studying towards
• Labor Legislation (EE Act, BCEA, Labor Relations)
• 2-3 Years Report writing

Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Selection

• Source and shortlist applicants on selected vacancies.
• Scheduling interviews for HRC and management.
• Ensuring all required documents are received from the applicants timeously.
• Conducting pre-employment checks and references on selected candidates.
• Ensuring that all new employee details and documents are accurately submitted to Payroll before cut-off date of each month.

On Boarding

• Liaise with the Area Manager and Training Facilitators on training dates.
• New team member's induction by providing orientation information packs, reviewing company policies, gathering payroll information; explaining and obtaining signatures for all benefit funds.

Terminations

• Ensure relevant parties are timeously informed of terminations.
• Consolidate weekly termination updates

Industrial Relations

• Assist with the tracking of IR actions
• Ensure signed warnings are uploaded on the system timeously

Maintenance of HRIS / ESS

• Transactional administrative functions entail filing, data capturing, updated record keeping and regular team member file audits.

Adhoc responsibilities

• Adhoc reporting as required

Values

• Actively promote the Hollywood values. Live the values and lead as an example to the team

Skills and competencies:

• Accountability
• Problem Solving
• Results Driven
• Time Management

Please note that only candidates who meet the stipulated minimum requirements will be considered.

At Winning Form, we believe talent and passion have no limits. We're committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone, regardless of ability, can thrive. Diversity makes us stronger, and accessibility is central to everything we do. We encourage candidates with disabilities who meet the job requirements to apply, and we're here to support you with any accommodations during the hiring process.

Please be advised that should you not be contacted within 30 days, kindly consider your application to be unsuccessful.

About the Role:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive HR Assistant to support our team with day-to-day HR and administrative tasks. This is a flexible opportunity, ideal for someone who is organised, reliable, and eager to contribute to a dynamic working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with recruitment (job postings, scheduling interviews, reference checks)
• Maintaining employee records and HR databases
• Supporting onboarding and induction processes
• Handling general HR administration and correspondence
• Assisting with HR projects and reporting as needed

Requirements:

• Must have own laptop.
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently
• HR/admin experience preferred but not essential
• Ability to work flexibly on agreed days

What We Offer:

• Flexible working days
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to grow HR knowledge and skills

How to Apply:

Via Indeed.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: R90,00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week

Work Location: In person

About The HR Assistant Position
We're seeking a reliable worker to join our team as an HR Assistant. As an HR Assistant, you'll make use of strong organizational and communication skills as you work alongside prospective employees, current employees, and even former employees.

Our ideal candidate will have a firm understanding of the best human resource practices and will be ready to get started with our company, from providing administrative support to HR staff to help make sure all of our employees succeed.

HR Assistant Responsibilities

• Induction

• Prepare offer of employment

• Remind branch admins about onboarding packs
• Arrange access tags for new employees

• Setup calendar meetings for Induction and HR check-in with new starts

• Offboarding

• Arrange exit of employees from security system

• Prepare exit documents

• Setup calendar meetings for exit interview

• Employee assistance

• Handling any policy, procedure and handbook queries

• Confirming employee service requests

• Arranging staff purchases and handling queries

• Benefits and Remunerations

• Maintain the company Group Life Benefit scheme.

• Assist employees with beneficiary forms
• Prepare salary increase letters

• Prepare clothing orders

• Probation

• Follow up with managers if employee's probation were successful.

• Draw up post probation letters.
• Ensure KPI'S on Payspace

• Order clothing for post probation employees

• Organisational Development

• Assist with any communication campaigns

• Assist with Employee Engagement surveys

• Add posts on All Arch

• Admin

• Follow up with managers to sign onboarding documents

• Ensure that all documents are filed electronically HR filing

• Ad Hoc Tasks

• Assist Team HR with ad-hoc tasks

HR Assistant Requirements

• HR Admin experience
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Great communicator and team player
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient computer literacy, including knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Office
• Superb organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
• A keen attention to detail
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality about employee records

Overview

We are seeking an experienced HR professional or consulting company to provide in-house HR services at our Cape Town office. This role is ideal for contractors, HR consultants, or companies offering outsourced HR solutions. Candidates seeking permanent positions will start with a 3-month contract, with the possibility of extension based on performance.

• Strategic HR – Review and update HR policies, job descriptions, performance reviews and onboarding processes.
• Psychometric Assessments – Identify roles requiring assessments, administer pre-employment tests and interpret results.
• Training & Development – Update the training matrix, assess staff needs and deliver tailored sessions.
• Health & Safety Compliance – Conduct risk assessments, maintain OHS files and train the Health & Safety Committee.
• Industrial Relations – Manage disciplinary and grievance cases and provide supervisor training.
• BBBEE Compliance – Ensure regulatory adherence, including obtaining non-compliance certificates if required.

• HR Expertise – Strong knowledge of policies, performance management, onboarding and employee relations.
• Training & Development Skills – Ability to assess training needs and deliver impactful programs.
• Health & Safety Compliance Knowledge – Experience with OHS regulations, risk assessments and BBBEE.
• Analytical Skills – Proficiency in psychometric assessments and HR data interpretation.
• Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience managing HR functions in a corporate or consulting environment.

• Lead impactful HR initiatives in a well-established company.
• Flexible contract arrangements with potential for permanent placement.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist / Consultant to join our dynamic and fast-paced team. This is a hands-on role for a seasoned HR professional who thrives in a challenging environment and can take ownership of the full HR administration function.

• Manage end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and exit processes


• Maintain and update HR systems and employee records


• Handle HR reporting and assist with compliance and audits


• Support line managers with HR processes and policy interpretation


• Liaise with payroll and ensure HR documentation is in order


• Provide basic IR support and escalate when necessary

• At least 8 years’ experience in an HR environment (essential)


• Matric (required)


• A Diploma or Degree in Human Resources or similar (advantageous)


• Excellent administrative and organisational skills


• Strong working knowledge of recruitment, onboarding, HR systems, and reporting


• Ability to work independently and manage a heavy workload


• Fluency in Xhosa (non-negotiable)


• Some understanding of Labour Relations / IR processes (although full IR experience is not essential)

• Resilient and able to thrive in a tough, high-pressure environment


• Approachable, professional, and discreet with confidential matters


• Proactive, solutions-driven, and detail-oriented

Please submit your updated CV to with the subject line: HR Generalist

• Strategic HR Review and update HR policies, job descriptions, performance reviews and onboarding processes.
• Psychometric Assessments Identify roles requiring assessments, administer pre-employment tests and interpret results.
• Training & Development Update the training matrix, assess staff needs and deliver tailored sessions.
• Health & Safety Compliance Conduct risk assessments, maintain OHS files and train the Health & Safety Committee.
• Industrial Relations Manage disciplinary and grievance cases and provide supervisor training.
• BBBEE Compliance Ensure regulatory adherence, including obtaining non-compliance certificates if required.

• HR Expertise Strong knowledge of policies, performance management, onboarding and employee relations.
• Training & Development Skills Ability to assess training needs and deliver impactful programs.
• Health & Safety Compliance Knowledge Experience with OHS regulations, risk assessments and BBBEE.
• Analytical Skills Proficiency in psychometric assessments and HR data interpretation.
• Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience managing HR functions in a corporate or consulting environment.

• Lead impactful HR initiatives in a well-established company.
• Flexible contract arrangements with potential for permanent placement.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.