HR Specialist

Recruiter:

Guardian Recruiting

Job Ref:

CPT000705/CB

Date posted:

Monday, September 1, 2025

Location:

Durbanville, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Join the Shared Services division of a multinational. Dynamic and innovative organization who believe in fostering a collaborative and supportive workplace that empowers their employees to succeed. Play a key role in streamlining HR operations, ensuring office efficiency, and supporting employee engagement across different locations.

POSITION INFO:
As the HR Specialist, you will be the backbone of our SA office operations, providing essential HR support to their teams. You will be responsible for creating and implementing policies and procedures, managing office supplies and equipment, and fostering a supportive environment that brings their employees together. Acting as the liaison between the US and SA offices, you will be the go-to person for all HR-related matters and serve as the primary contact for employees seeking assistance, resources, and support.

Key Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

HR Policy Development and Implementation
Employee Engagement and Support
Liaison Between US and SA Offices
HR Administrative Support

Qualifications: Ideally Industrial Psychology or BA/B.Com in Human Resources Management.

Experience: 3-5 years of full employee lifecycle experience in an HR role, ideally within a professional services/corporate context. Multinational or cross-office environment highly advantageous
Skills: Highly proficient in speaking, reading and writing in English. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, and a customer service-oriented approach.
Knowledge: Proficiency in HR policies, procedures, and basic labor laws (preferably for both the US and South Africa).
Personality: A proactive and approachable team player who enjoys fostering positive relationships and supporting others. Assertive and structured in approach.

Potential of international travel, particularly to the US does exist on an ad hoc basis.

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