HR Officer

Location: Cape Town CBD
Working Pattern: Part-Time - 3 Days per Week
Department: Human Resources

Our client is seeking a qualified and experienced HR professional to join our growing Cape Town team on a part-time basis (3 days per week). This role will support core HR operations, employee administration, and compliance across the business, working closely with management and operational teams.

This position is ideal for an organised, detail-oriented HR professional who enjoys hands-on HR administration and ensuring best practice across the employee lifecycle.

Provide day-to-day HR administrative support across the business

Manage employee records, contracts, and personnel files (electronic and physical)

Support onboarding and offboarding processes, including documentation and compliance checks

Assist with HR policies, procedures, and internal compliance requirements

Coordinate leave records, attendance tracking, and HR data reporting

Support performance management, probation tracking, and disciplinary documentation

Assist with recruitment administration, interview scheduling, and offer documentation

Act as a point of contact for routine HR queries from staff and management

Ensure confidentiality, ethical standards, and compliance with labour legislation

Education & Qualifications

Matric / Grade 12 (essential)

Relevant HR qualification (Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or related field - essential)

Experience

Previous experience in an HR, people operations, or HR administration role

Exposure to HR compliance, employment contracts, and employee records

Knowledge of South African labour legislation and HR best practices

Experience supporting audits or compliance reviews will be advantageous

Strong organisational and administrative skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Professional, discreet, and ethical approach to HR matters

Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively

Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Cape Town CBD-based office environment

Opportunity to work within a growing, multi-disciplinary professional services business

Collaborative and supportive team culture