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HR Generalist

Full-time

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Key Responsibilities

HR Operations & Administration

  • Manage and maintain accurate employee records and HR systems
  • Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a seamless employee experience
  • Coordinate employment contracts, job descriptions, and HR documentation
  • Support payroll inputs and benefits administration

Employee Lifecycle Support

  • Provide HR support from recruitment through to exit
  • Assist with recruitment coordination, including scheduling interviews and liaising with candidates
  • Facilitate induction and orientation programmes
  • Support performance management processes, including reviews and development plans

Compliance & Governance

  • Ensure adherence to labour legislation, company policies, and HR best practices
  • Assist with disciplinary processes, grievance handling, and employee relations matters
  • Maintain compliance with internal audits and regulatory requirements
  • Support the implementation and communication of HR policies and procedures

Employee Relations & Support

  • Act as a first point of contact for employee queries and HR-related matters
  • Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture
  • Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR policies and procedures
  • Support conflict resolution and engagement initiatives

HR Projects & Process Improvement

  • Contribute to HR initiatives and organisational development projects
  • Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and systems
  • Support change management and people-focused initiatives

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in an HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role
  • Solid understanding of HR practices, labour legislation, and compliance requirements
  • Strong administrative and organisational skills with high attention to detail

Key Competencies

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
  • Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • High level of professionalism and emotional intelligence
  • Strong analytical and coordination abilities

Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not receive feedback within 2 weeks of applying.

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