SLR is looking for a People Operations Administrator to enable them to maintain the delivery of a responsive HR and payroll support service to colleagues across its Middle East and Africa (MEA) region.
This role will be based in our Johannesburg office on a hybrid working basis with the option to work flexibly from home on some days.
The role
What you’ll be doing:
Payroll Administration Support
Supporting the team to collate and process payroll data accurately and on time — including starters, leavers, changes, benefits data etc.
Ensuring payroll activity complies with statutory requirements and company policies.
Maintaining accurate payroll records.
Investigating and resolving payroll queries quickly and professionally, escalating where required.
HR Administration
Maintaining accurate employee records throughout the full employee lifecycle.
Managing new starter and leaver processes, including contract administration and onboarding.
Updating and maintaining the HRIS and processing HR change requests.
Supporting the administration of company benefits.
Working collaboratively with the wider People Team, Shared Services team and Technical Disciplines to ensure seamless data flow.
General Administration
Monitoring and responding to the People Team mailbox, dealing with high volumes and shifting priorities.
Maintaining internal systems, databases and spreadsheets.
Liaising with IT and other departments to ensure correct access and system set ups for starters and existing employees.
Handling sensitive and confidential data in line with GDPR and company policies.
Working autonomously, taking initiative, and supporting with ad hoc duties as required.
Building effective working relationships and communicating professionally and empathetically, especially when dealing with sensitive matters.
Upholding all GDPR, data security, confidentiality, and Health & Safety obligations.
Undertaking mandatory training and demonstrating a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Adhering to company policies, procedures, and Code of Conduct.
Contributing to a safe, secure, tidy working environment.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
Managing your workload effectively and raising concerns around quality or risk with the team or manager.
Taking accountability for your own performance and development.
Suggesting improvements to enhance team processes and service delivery.
Collaborating with the wider People functions to ensure a consistent and high-quality People Operations support service.
Remaining flexible as responsibilities evolve to meet business needs.
About us
SLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our ‘one team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development.
Along with competitive salaries, our colleagues enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and a structured career framework and opportunities for progression. We offer flexible, agile and hybrid working and family friendly policies to help balance the needs of professional and home life.
About you
You should be able to demonstrate the experience, qualities and attributes below:
Knowledge & Experience
Good IT skills, including working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook, alongside the ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
Knowledge/Experience of maintaining Human Resource Information Systems such as Workday preferred.
Previous administrative experience, ideally within an HR and/or payroll environment, with an understanding of employment legislation within the MEA region
Awareness of confidentiality principles and secure handling of information.
Ability to identify your own training and development needs.
Skills & Competencies
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload.
Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to take ownership of tasks and work on your own initiative.
Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to build positive working relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
Ability to follow direction and work within company policies and procedures.
Good understanding of the Data Protection Act and GDPR.
Personal Attributes
Professional, reliable, and conscientious approach to work.
Ability to multitask and remain effective during unpredictable, fast‑changing workloads.
Flexible, cooperative, and a supportive team player.
Positive, proactive and solution‑focused mindset.
High level of integrity, especially regarding confidentiality.
Commitment to personal and professional development.
Self‑motivated, enthusiastic, and eager to contribute.
Education & Qualifications
SLR’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. We actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. SLR is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates, and values diversity & inclusion.
