HR Clerk (Onboarding & Records)

How2Apply Talent Network
Roodepoort, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 hour ago
Full-time Human Resources
R8 500 – R11 000/month
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Job Description

You'll keep staff files, contracts and HR admin in order at an university staffing office in Roodepoort. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

You'll report in Roodepoort. Relocation is not covered for this one. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

What you'll actually do

  • Help organise wellness days, long-service awards and staff events.
  • Prepare employment contracts, offer letters and confirmation letters.
  • Book pre-employment medicals and qualification checks.
  • Capture leave, sick notes and family responsibility leave on the HR system.
  • Answer staff questions on policies, leave balances and benefits.

Must-haves

  • Matric plus an HR certificate, diploma or degree (or currently studying)
  • Good MS Office skills, especially Word and Excel
  • Friendly and approachable with staff at every level
  • Basic understanding of the BCEA leave rules

Extra points for

  • Sage 300 People, PaySpace or another HR system
  • Any HR admin or internship experience
  • Knowledge of SETA processes and the Skills Development Act

What you get

  • A clear route to HR officer after 12 to 24 months
  • Study support toward an HR qualification
  • Mentorship from a senior HR practitioner

How to apply

  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 copy of your smart ID card or green ID book, certified copies of your qualifications and academic record plus a short cover letter saying which part of HR interests you.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 5 working days, usually by phone.

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

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Tips to get shortlisted

  • In the interview, show you understand confidentiality with a clear example of how you would handle a sensitive file.
  • If you are a graduate, put your qualification, graduation year and any HR modules at the top of your CV.

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Job details
SalaryR8 500 – R11 000/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationRoodepoort, Gauteng
CategoryHuman Resources
ExperienceEntry level
Posted6 November 2026
Closing Date8 December 2026
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