Leave & Records Administrator

This is a strong first step into HR at a head office people department in Brits. Expect to be trusted with real work from your first week.

You'll be based at a head office people department in Brits. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

• Answer staff questions on policies, leave balances and benefits.
• Take minutes at hearings and HR meetings.
• Prepare employment contracts, offer letters and confirmation letters.
• Set up new staff files and check that all onboarding forms are signed.
• Book training, track attendance and load results for the skills report.
• Capture leave, sick notes and family responsibility leave on the HR system.
• Archive old records and follow the retention periods for HR files.

• Discreet with personal and medical information
• Willing to learn and follow HR procedures closely
• Neat, organised filing habits
• Friendly and approachable with staff at every level
• Basic understanding of the BCEA leave rules

• Any HR admin or internship experience
• Minute-taking training
• Knowledge of SETA processes and the Skills Development Act

• A clear route to HR officer after 12 to 24 months
• Monthly internship stipend for graduate roles
• Mentorship from a senior HR practitioner

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