Fractional HR Consultant

Pretoria, South Africa Posted on 11/02/2026

A long-standing technology and digital transformation solutions provider is seeking a fractional Human Resources Manager for one day per week, coming into their offices for that day which is based in Hatfield, Pretoria. A d-hoc virtual availability for urgent HR matters may be required from time to time.

Role Purpose

To provide end-to-end HR support across the full employee lifecycle, ensuring that the company remains compliant, well-structured, and people-centred while enabling managers and employees to operate smoothly. The consultant will act as the company'sHR Manager, covering operational HR, compliance, payroll inputs, policies, and people development.

1. HR Administration & Employee Lifecycle

• Draft, update, and maintain all employee contracts (permanent, fixed-term, contractors).
  
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes.
  
• Maintain accurate employee files, personal information, and documentation.
  
• Manage leave administration and ensure alignment with BCEA requirements.
  

2. Payroll & Expense Oversight

• Prepare monthly payroll inputs for submission to Bookkeeping/Payroll.
  
• Ensure accuracy of leave, overtime, allowances, and deductions.
  
• Oversee staff expense claims and ensure policy compliance.
  
• Maintain records required for SARS and Department of Labour compliance.
  

3. Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with theBasic Conditions of Employment Act,Labour Relations Act,Department of Labourrequirements, and company policies.
  
• Prepare documentation for DoL audits when required.
  
• Manage disciplinary procedures, warnings, and performance issues.
  
• Ensure overtime, shift work, travel policies, and allowances are correctly followed.
  
• Create, update, and standardise company policies (leave, travel, expenses, overtime, parental leave, performance, misconduct, POPIA, etc.).
  
• Implement HR systems, templates, and record-keeping processes.
  
• Maintain an annual policy review cycle.
  

5. Employee Relations & Culture

• Serve as an impartial resource for employee concerns.
  
• Advise managers on conflict resolution and labour-law-aligned processes.
  
• Support wellbeing, engagement initiatives, and basic people-development needs.
  
• Support performance reviews, training recommendations, and talent development.
  

6. Recruitment Support (Occasional)

• Assist with job profiles, role clarity, and screening support for key hires if needed.
  

Desired Experience & Skillset:

Experience:

• 5+ years in HR Generalist, HR Manager, or HR Business Partner roles.
  
• Experience supporting small to medium companies (10-50 employees).
  

• HR compliance
  
• Payroll input management
  
• Handling disputes or employee relations issues
  
• Department of Labour engagements
  

• Strong knowledge of South African labour law.
  
• Experience with HRIS / digital HR tools (any system).
  
• Strong documentation, organisation, and record-keeping skills.
  
• Competence with Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, or similar.
  

• High attention to detail.
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism.
  
• Ability to work independently and advise managers confidently.
  

• Someone who enjoys the variety of a small business environment and can manage the complexities of a family business.
  
• Senior, calm, and experienced with HR compliance and disputes.
  
• Capable of both strategic structure and hands-on admin.
  
• Comfortable supporting a technical/operational team with diverse roles.
  
• Able to work 1 fixed day per week, with limited availability for urgent issues.