HR & Payroll Administrator

About the role

SA Konexion (SA) (Pty) Ltd is a South African Employer of Record and specialist recruitment firm. We employ South African professionals locally while they work remotely for UK‑based clients, managing end‑to‑end recruitment, candidate profiling, HR compliance, payroll and client relationships. As a fast‑growing business, we are looking for an HR & Payroll Administrator to join our internal team and help build the systems and support that our growing staff and client base depend on.

Key responsibilities

• Recruitment and Staffing – support the hiring process, from advertising roles to candidate selection and career events.
• Onboarding – facilitate smooth integration of new employees, including orientation, training and initial performance evaluations.
• Employee Relations – act as liaison between employees and the company, handling complaints, resolving conflicts and disciplinary procedures.
• Performance Management – implement review systems, provide feedback and coaching, and develop training programmes.
• Compensation and Benefits – ensure accurate pay and benefits administration and advise on compensation and legal compliance.
• Policy Development – create, update and implement HR policies and procedures in line with best practice and company goals.
• Record Keeping – maintain accurate, confidential personnel records, with timely updates to employee data and benefits.
• Compliance and Legal Guidance – advise on and ensure compliance with labour laws, regulations and workplace safety policies.
• Employee Support and Wellbeing – arrange support services and promote initiatives that enhance staff wellbeing and inclusion.
• HR Projects – manage employee engagement, team building and culture‑building initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in HR management, focusing on recruitment, employee relations and performance management.
• Exceptional deadline management and prioritisation skills.
• Strong results‑driven mindset with a proven record of achievement.
• Advanced planning and organisational capabilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Outstanding people management, engagement and customer service abilities.
• Problem‑solving expertise, including systems implementation experience.
• Ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining quality standards.