Leave & Records Administrator – Immediate Start

How2Apply Talent Network
Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Human Resources
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Job Description

Help an university staffing office in Stellenbosch look after its people, one form and one query at a time. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

This post is in Stellenbosch (Western Cape). Please only apply if you can travel there daily.

What you'll actually do

  • 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.
  • Capture leave, sick notes and family responsibility leave on the HR system.
  • Answer staff questions on policies, leave balances and benefits.
  • Prepare employment contracts, offer letters and confirmation letters.
  • Help organise wellness days, long-service awards and staff events.
  • Archive old records and follow the retention periods for HR files.

You'll need

  • Discreet with personal and medical information
  • Good MS Office skills, especially Word and Excel
  • Matric plus an HR certificate, diploma or degree (or currently studying)
  • Willing to learn and follow HR procedures closely
  • Basic understanding of the BCEA leave rules
  • Neat, organised filing habits

On offer

  • Study support toward an HR qualification
  • Monthly internship stipend for graduate roles
  • A clear route to HR officer after 12 to 24 months

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: a short cover letter saying which part of HR interests you plus certified copy of your smart ID card or green ID book.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 7 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Stellenbosch.

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How to stand out

  • If you are a graduate, put your qualification, graduation year and any HR modules at the top of your CV.
  • 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
LocationStellenbosch, Western Cape
CategoryHuman Resources
Experience1+ years
Posted25 October 2026
Closing Date2 December 2026
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