Assistant HR Manager (Talent and Culture) – Luxury Hotel, Cape Town

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POSITION INFO:

Assistant HR Manager (Talent and Culture) – Luxury Hotel, Cape Town

A luxury hotel in Cape Town is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant HR Manager to support the Human Resources department in payroll administration, recruitment, talent and culture. This role requires a strong understanding of HR processes, South African labour laws, and payroll systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring smooth HR operations while fostering a positive and compliant workplace environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Remuneration & Benefits

• Administer payroll for permanent and non-permanent employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Update salary and master data changes in the payroll system.
• Process timesheets, leave, commissions, gratuities, deductions, and statutory submissions.
• Track non-permanent staff employment duration as per legal requirements.
• Balance monthly payroll and distribute reports and employee payslips.
• Manage employee benefits, including medical aid, retirement funds, and disability and death claims.
• Support salary benchmarking, performance-based bonuses, and annual salary reviews.
• Maintain compliance with legal and company remuneration policies.

Administration

• Support HR operations related to training, development, and employee wellbeing.
• Assist in recruitment administration for permanent and seasonal roles.
• Manage and update HR records, employee contracts, and status changes.

Recruitment

• Oversee recruitment for operational roles.
• Advertise vacancies internally and externally, screen applicants, and shortlist candidates.
• Organise interview panels and assist in interviews.
• Conduct background checks, reference checks, and qualification verifications.
• Provide feedback to unsuccessful candidates.

Employee Relations & Reporting

• Assist in handling employee grievances, conflict resolution, and disciplinary processes.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and internal HR policies.
• Compile reports, including Affirmative Action (AA) reporting and employment equity plans.
• Maintain consolidated leave balances and provide monthly HR reports.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 3-7 years’ recent experience in talent, culture, payroll administration, employee benefits, and HR operations.
• Proficiency in payroll systems (e.g., Payspace) and HRIS software.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour laws and statutory requirements.
• Experience with recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

To Apply:
Please submit a copy of your updated CV and a recent profile photo. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.