People Consultant (Onboarding & Administration)

About the RoleTo support SA/UK teams to provide efficient, high-quality administrative support across the employee lifecycle by ensuring accurate data management, timely processing of HR transactions, and a positive employee experience.The People Services Administrator plays a key role in delivering consistent, compliant, and service-oriented HR support that enables operational excellence across regions.ResponsibilitiesOnboarding Enablement & CoordinationPrepare and issue compliant employment contracts and onboarding documentation across multiple regions (e.g., South Africa, UK, and future expansions).Coordinate cross-functional onboarding activities (e.g., facilities, payroll, IT) to support a smooth end-to-end employee journey.People Data Integrity & Lifecycle ManagementManage and maintain accurate employee data across all core HR systems (e.g., Payspace, Dayforce, YouManage), ensuring end-to-end dataintegrity.Execute employee lifecycle transactions (e.g., promotions, transfers, secondments) in alignment with defined SLAs, local market regulations, and audit requirements.Perform critical inputs and audits on employee records, including personal details, job information, remuneration, and client allocations.Leave Administration & Workforce TransactionsAdminister leave-related and employee absence records via approved platforms.Ensure alignment with market-specific policies and legislative standards.Support and handle queries and escalations.Service Excellence and Employee SupportAct as administrative support to HRBPs.Triage and resolve HR-related tickets from employees and managers.Issue standard HR documentation (e.g., confirmation of employment, certificates of service).Compliance, Audit & Record ManagementMaintain audit-ready records in line with statutory requirements.Prepare and submit documentation for internal and external audits across regions.Ensure HR documentation is updated, stored, and version-controlled across platforms.Generate and maintain basic reports to support People Operations and Operations alike.Process Improvement & Operational EffectivenessIdentify and recommend improvements for process standardisation and automation.Support the development of SOPs to ensure scalable and consistent HR service delivery as the function grows geographically.Minimum RequirementsA minimum of Matric/NQF 4 qualificationHR/People-related tertiary qualification is preferredAt least 1year BPO experience (familiarity with BPO workflows, KPIs, to ensure service excellence)At least 2 years in an admin focused role (preferably in an HR administration or shared services environment)Proficiency in MS Office SuiteExperience working on HRIS platforms is highly advantageousExcellent communication (verbal and written)Clear Disciplinary RecordRequired SkillsStrong attention to detail and data accuracyExcellent organisational and time management skillsKnowledge of HR systems (e.g., Dayforce, Payspace, YouManage, Paradox, SimplifyHR)Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlinesStrong communication and interpersonal skillsProblem-solving and service-oriented mindsetConfidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive informationStrong skills in Excel, PowerPoint and WordCore BehaviorHuntswood’s employees are described as dependable, driven and collaborative.The job holder should align to our 6 Fundamental Values:Bring Your “A” GameStrive For GreaterEnable and empower all employeesDo the right thingOwn itDeliver unbelievable service"It's not just about what we do, but the way we do it. And it's our values that make us special."NB: All appointments are subject to the positive outcome of pre-employment verification checks.