Junior Human Resources Generalist

**Important Notice**:
**Applicants must possess experience in payroll and human resources to be considered for this position.**:
**Applications without this experience will not be reviewed.**:
**Remuneration Package**:
**R10,000.00 - R15,000.00 CTC, commensurate with experience and qualifications.**:
**TRAFALGAR PROPERTY MANAGEMENT ROLE PROFILE**

**Role name**:
Junior HR Generalist

**Reporting to**:
Branch Manager and HR Director

**Job purpose**:

- The HR Administrator/Generalist supports the HR department in delivering efficient and compliant HR services, including recruitment, employee relations, training coordination, HR administration, and compliance with labour legislation.
- This role is designed to build foundational HR skills and experience, preparing the incumbent for progression to an HR Manager role within 3-5 years through targeted development and exposure to strategic HR functions.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB DESCRIPTION**

**Duties**:
**Activities**:
**Recruitment and Onboarding**
- Assist in drafting job advertisements and posting vacancies on relevant platforms (e.g., PNet, LinkedIn, Trafalgar Website).
- Screen CVs, coordinate interviews, and conduct reference checks
- Facilitate onboarding processes, including preparing employment contracts, induction packs, and coordinating orientation sessions.

**Employee Administration**
- Maintain accurate employee records in the HR system
- Prepare monthly HR reports, such as headcount, absenteeism, and turnover statistics.

**Employee Relations Support**
- Assist in managing employee queries related to HR policies, benefits, and payroll.
- Support disciplinary and grievance processes by preparing documentation and scheduling hearings in line with the Labour Relations Act (LRA).
- Promote a positive workplace culture by assisting with employee engagement initiatives (e.g., wellness programs, team-building events).

**Training and Development Coordination**
- Coordinate training programs, including scheduling sessions, booking venues, and tracking attendance.
- Assist in identifying training needs and maintaining records for Skills Development Levies (SDL) submissions to the SETA.
- Support the implementation of the Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and Annual Training Report (ATR).

**Payroll Support**
- Oversee with Payroll Administrator to ensure accurate input of payroll
- Verify employee data for payroll processing, such as banking details and statutory deductions.
- Assist in resolving payroll-related queries from employees.

**Compliance and Reporting**
- Ensure compliance with labour legislation, including the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), LRA, and Employment Equity Act (EEA).
- Assist in preparing Employment Equity reports and submitting them to the Department of Labour by the annual deadline (1 October).
- Maintain confidentiality of HR data in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

**Succession Development**
- Participate in mentorship and training programs to develop skills in strategic HR areas (e.g., talent management, organizational development).
- Shadow the HR Manager in high-level tasks, such as policy development and performance management, to build managerial competencies.
- Complete at least one HR-related certification within 2 years to support career progression.

**ROLE REQUIREMENTS**

**Qualifications**:

- National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, or a HR-related certification

**Minimum Experience**:

- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in an HR administrative or generalist role. Exposure to labour legislation and HR systems is essential.
- Experience in a corporate or medium-sized organization (50+ employees) is preferred.

**COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS**
- Proficiency in HRIS platforms
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (e.g., data analysis, pivot tables) and Word.
- Familiarity with recruitment platforms and SETA reporting systems.

**Legislative Knowledge**:

- Advance understanding of BCEA, LRA, EEA, Skills Development Act, and POPIA.
- Awareness of SARS payroll requirements (e.g., UIF, SDL) is a plus.