HR Clerk (Onboarding & Records)

How2Apply Talent Network
Pretoria East, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 3 hours ago
Full-time Human Resources
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Job Description

A good HR team runs on good admin, and this municipal human resources unit in Pretoria East needs yours. People who do well here are steady, honest and not scared to ask when something is unclear.

The site is in Pretoria East; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

What you'll actually do

  • Book training, track attendance and load results for the skills report.
  • Prepare employment contracts, offer letters and confirmation letters.
  • Answer staff questions on policies, leave balances and benefits.
  • Set up new staff files and check that all onboarding forms are signed.
  • Enrol new staff on medical aid and retirement funds and process exits.
  • Load job ads and do first-round CV sorting for the recruiter.

What you need

  • Friendly and approachable with staff at every level
  • Neat, organised filing habits
  • Basic understanding of the BCEA leave rules
  • Discreet with personal and medical information

Helpful, not essential

  • Knowledge of SETA processes and the Skills Development Act
  • Minute-taking training

What's in it for you

  • Monthly internship stipend for graduate roles
  • Study support toward an HR qualification
  • Mentorship from a senior HR practitioner

Applying, step by step

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: certified copies of your qualifications and academic record, certified copy of your smart ID card or green ID book plus a short cover letter saying which part of HR interests you.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 6 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Pretoria East; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

How to stand out

  • In the interview, show you understand confidentiality with a clear example of how you would handle a sensitive file.
  • Attach your full academic record; HR internships often filter on marks in labour law and HR modules.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationPretoria East, Gauteng
CategoryHuman Resources
Experience3+ years
Posted9 November 2026
Closing Date11 December 2026
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