HR Generalist

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire employee life cycle from acquisition to exit
• Create a memorable high-quality employee experience from placement to integration with the team
• Source and implement relevant tools to ensure the engagement of employees
• Manage the performance management process and implementation of 360 surveys
• Fully responsible for the recruitment process, sourcing and placing as well as working with recruiters
• Build strong and dynamic relationships within the business and guide them on the agreed process and ensure governance is in place
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements such as Skills Development, Employment Equity, BEE, Health and Safety, etc.
• Coordinate recognition and incentive awards
• Support the CEO in the research, development and implementation of culture boosting initiatives
• Organize and maintain personnel records
• Update internal databases
• Prepare HR documents, like employment contracts and new hire guides
• Maintain and revise company policies
• Answer employee's queries about HR-related issues
• Assist payroll department by providing relevant employee information (e.g. leaves of absence, sick days and work schedules)
• Participate in HR projects
• Training and development Management
• Ad hoc HR Administrative tasks

Education and Experience Required

• Relevant 3-year degree and / or post graduate qualification
• Minimum +-5 years experience in a similar role
• Proven experience and successful track record in managing an HR admin function
• Knowledge of BCEA, Labour Law, EEA and Skills Development Acts

Desired Skills

• Experience with HR software
• Computer literacy (MS Office applications, in particular)
• Thorough knowledge of labor laws
• Excellent organizational skills, with an ability to prioritize important projects
• Strong phone, email and communication skills
• Must be approachable and helpful
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Good ethical judgement
• The ability to keep sensitive information confidential.