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HR Coordinator | Cape Town Jobs in City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa at Morae
Title: HR Coordinator | Cape Town
Company: Morae
Location: City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
About Morae
At Morae Global Corporation, we are a dynamic, high-growth organization delivering integrated solutions to corporate law departments and law firms. Our team combines deep industry expertise with a collaborative, inclusive culture where knowledge is shared, diverse perspectives are valued, and innovation is encouraged.
We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with both our employees and our clients while solving complex business challenges with practical, forward-thinking solutions.
Learn more at www.morae.com.
Location: Observatory, Cape Town
Job Type: Full-Time | Hybrid
Level: Analyst
Morae Global Corporation is looking for a detail-oriented and driven HR Coordinator to join our HR Operations team based in Cape Town, South Africa.
We’re seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and understands what it takes to deliver high-quality support that enables our people and our clients to succeed. This role is an integral part of our Talent Team, supporting a broad range of HR functions across the employee lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Capture and maintain accurate employee data in HRIS and payroll systems
- Coordinate end-to-end employee onboarding and offboarding processes
- Initiate and manage criminal background checks for new and existing employees
- Support South African payroll processing, ensuring data accuracy and resolving discrepancies
- Maintain employee records, including salary updates, deductions, and tax withholdings
- Prepare HR dashboards, reports, and analytics
- Manage headcount and leave reporting, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements
- Administer employee benefits, including medical aid and related programs
- Support HR projects and provide general administrative assistance to the HR team
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or a related field
- 2–3 years’ experience in an HR coordination or administrative role
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
- Experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., PaySpace, Sage HR, Deel, or similar)
- Working knowledge of South African payroll processes and statutory submissions (PAYE, UIF, SDL)
- Familiarity with South African labour legislation, including the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, and Skills Development Act
- Experience with South African Revenue Service compliance and tools such as easyFile
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and confidentiality handling
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels
- Ability to work from the Cape Town office and maintain reliable internet connectivity
Employment Equity:
Morae is committed to Employment Equity and transformation. Candidates from designated groups are encouraged to apply in line with our EE objectives.
A Few Final Notes:
- Due to application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear back within two weeks, please consider applying again in the future, we truly appreciate your interest.
- Please do not send direct messages.
- Applicants must be based in Cape Town and meet the role requirements.
- Morae Global Corporation does not engage recruitment agencies.
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