Junior HR officer

Job Advertisement Junior HR Officer Location: Cape Town CBD Working Pattern: 5 Days per Week Department: Human Resources Our client is seeking a qualified and experienced HR professional to join our growing Cape Town team. 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. Key Responsibilities 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 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 Skills & Competencies 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) What We Offer Cape Town CBDbased office environment Opportunity to work within a growing, multi-disciplinary professional services business Collaborative and supportive team culture Minimum Requirements Education & Qualifications Matric / Grade 12 (essential) Relevant HR qualification (Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or related field essential)