Recruitment HR consultant

Human Resource and Compliance Officer for Short-Term Insurance Brokerage

Seeking an experienced and motivated Human Resource & Compliance Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing HR functions, ensuring efficient payroll processing, and leveraging Sage VIP for payroll operations.

As a Compliance Officer, you will be required to implement, maintain, and manage the regulatory requirements within the business function in an efficient, relevant, and sustainable manner.

This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of HR best practices, and hands-on experience with Sage VIP.

Human Resources Management

1. Implement and manage HR policies and procedures in compliance with company standards and legal requirements.
2. Maintain employee records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
3. Facilitate employee training and development programs.
4. Act as the first point of contact for HR-related queries, providing guidance and resolving issues.
5. Support performance management initiatives, including appraisals and development plans.
6. Promote a positive workplace culture, ensuring employee engagement and well-being.
7. Organise and maintain personnel records.
8. Prepare HR documents, like employment contracts and new hire guides.
9. Advise on or revise company policies.

Payroll Administration

1. Accurately manage payroll processing, ensuring timely and compliant payments to employees.
2. Providing and consolidating relevant employee information (clocking, leaves of absence, sick days).
3. Handle statutory deductions, tax filings, and compliance with local labour laws.
4. Prepare and submit EMP201, EMP501, and other statutory returns online.
5. Manage payroll-related queries.

Compliance Officer

1. Monitoring business transactions and processes to various pieces of legislation.
2. FICA and FAIS monitoring and reporting.
3. Provide advice to staff on compliance issues which arise on a day-to-day basis.
4. Assess company operations to determine compliance risk.
5. Ensure all employees are educated on the latest regulations and processes.
6. Developing and managing a risk management and compliance program.
7. Advise management on the company's compliance with laws and regulations.
8. Conducting fit and proper reviews in relation to Continuous Professional Development, class of business training, and product-specific training.
9. Keeping all relevant administrative records up to date.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Required:

1. Matric certificate (mandatory).
2. Industry relevant bachelor's degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
3. Minimum of 2 years of experience in an HR role with payroll responsibilities.
4. Minimum 2 years of experience in a compliance role.
5. Knowledge of the Financial Services.
6. Knowledge of Fiduciary Services Industry.
7. Proficiency in Sage VIP Payroll.
8. Strong knowledge of Labor laws and payroll regulations.
9. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.