Junior Hr Officer / Hr Administrator

The Hello Group, based in Centurion, is looking for a Junior HR Administrator / Coordinator to join our dynamic HR team.

This is a great opportunity for an entry-level HR professional with a qualification in Human Resources or equivalent, eager to gain hands-on experience and contribute to HR best practices aligned with our business strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Onboarding
   Assist with job advertisements, shortlisting, and interview scheduling.
   Draft and track temporary and permanent contracts, setting calendar reminders for renewals.
   Submit onboarding packs to payroll and create employee files.
   Conduct reference and background checks where required.
2. HR Administration & Compliance
   Maintain accurate employee records, ensuring all documents are properly filed.
   Compile HR letters such as confirmation of employment and transfer letters.
   Track and manage probation periods, scheduling reviews accordingly.
   Assist with drafting and updating HR policies and procedures.
   Ensure compliance with labour laws and company policies.
3. Industrial Relations (IR)
   Assist with disciplinary hearings, including taking minutes.
   Support HR Business Partners (BPs) with CCMA case preparation.
   Draft warnings and IR documentation for Senior BP review.
4. Payroll Support
   Submit new employee details to payroll.
   Assist in processing leave applications and payroll-related documentation.
5. General HR Support
   Maintain an organized HR filing system and ensure documentation is updated weekly.
   Respond to employee queries related to HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
   Assist with training coordination, including booking venues, preparing materials, and tracking attendance.
   Provide ad hoc administrative support as needed.
6. Performance Management
   Assist in the development and updating of job profiles.
   Support with KPIs and KPA coding and recoding.
   Import and manage data for bi-annual performance reviews.

Minimum Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or equivalent.
2. Strong administrative and organizational skills.
3. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
4. Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
6. Relevant work experience as an HR Generalist or Junior HRBP.
7. Knowledge and a good understanding of BCEA, LRA, POPIA, and OHSA.