Junior HR Admin Assistant

Our client is a young and energetic retail design and manufacturing company based in Westmead. They are known for their innovation and are currently expanding their internal support structures to meet the demands of their busy production and design cycles.

This is a junior-level position designed for an individual who is eager to support the full spectrum of Human Resources functions. As a Junior HR Assistant, you will provide critical administrative support to the HR team, ensuring smooth daily operations and assisting with recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations.

• Provide general administrative support, including managing correspondence, phone calls, and employee meetings.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR records, digital databases, and physical files.
• Assist with the recruitment lifecycle by scheduling interviews, screening candidates, and coordinating travel or interview materials.
• Coordinate the onboarding process for new hires, including preparing orientation packs and scheduling training.
• Support employee relations by responding to inquiries and resolving minor conflicts under management guidance.
• Assist with benefits administration, including processing enrolments, changes, and terminations.
• Help prepare compliance-related reports and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Transcribe minutes from HR-related recordings and assist with special projects or company events.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A Bachelors degree in HR, Business, or a related field is highly beneficial.
• 15 years of experience in an HR or administrative environment is preferred.
• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of South African employment laws and regulations is an advantage.

• High level of integrity and the ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with discretion.
• Strong time-management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• A positive "can-do" attitude and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Consistent professional manner and dress code.
• A good sense of humour and the ability to work well under pressure to meet timeframes.

Remuneration

R8 000 to R15 000 CTC

***Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.***