Purpose of the Role: To provide efficient and professional HR support, ensuring compliance with company policies and employment legislation throughout the employee lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the end-to-end recruitment and selection process in line with internal procedures. Facilitate all HR activities throughout the employment cycle, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. Draft and publish job adverts; obtain required approvals from line management. Prepare letters of appointment, and handle promotions and transfers. Provide Industrial Relations (IR) guidance and support to line managers and employees. Administer employee benefits and ensure accurate record-keeping. Maintain open communication with employee representatives and ensure HR transparency. Assist with the issuance of telegrams for unauthorized absenteeism. Take minutes during disciplinary hearings and provide interpreting services or arrange for one. Attend to various HR administrative functions as needed. Manage full-function payroll administration, including onboarding, terminations, time and attendance processing, leave updates, garnishee orders, and monthly reporting. Process salary payments via the bank import system for approximately retail stores. Submit UIF reports to the Department of Labour as required. Coordinate e-Learning training initiatives across all retail stores. Manage Injury on Duty (IOD) cases and relevant documentation. Organize and coordinate long service award events. Manage implementation of annual and minimum wage increases. Coordinate annual discretionary bonus processing. Draft employment contracts for new hires. Maintain HR noticeboards with current and relevant information. Ensure payroll input accuracy, aligning with contractual obligations and legislative standards. Candidate Requirements: A diploma in Human Resources or related qualification. Proven experience in HR administration. Strong attention to detail and high work standards. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information. Innovative problem-solver with a strong customer service orientation. Able to work effectively under pressure and manage high-stress situations. Strong time management, planning, and negotiation skills. If youre a hands-on HR professional with a passion for people, compliance, and operational efficiency, wed love to hear from you