Job Description
What this role covers
We are hiring an Assistant to the HR Manager for a growing virtual assistant placement and staffing company in the HR & People Operations industry. This is a part-time remote role for a US-based company. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-focused, and eager to support administrative HR functions, compliance, and employee lifecycle management across remote and international teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with the onboarding and offboarding process for internal staff and contractors, including setting up profiles, scheduling exit interviews, and managing access removal.
Draft, update, and maintain contractor agreements, HR policies, compliance documents, and confidential personnel records under the direction of the HR Manager & Head of Recruitment.
Schedule and support structured weekly, monthly, and annual team check-ins, as well as biannual performance review cycles.
Track employee birthdays, work anniversaries, and milestones, coordinating culture-building recognition, bonuses, and raises.
Manage daily PTO tracking, maintain accurate attendance records, and monitor time-tracking tools to flag missed entries or non-compliance.
Organize virtual team events to support company culture and employee retention.
Escalate complex staff or contractor issues to the HR Manager as necessary.
Required Qualifications:
2+ years of HR operations, administrative, or people operations support experience.
2+ years of experience working with a US, UK, Australian, or Canadian company.
2+ years of experience working remotely from home.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to build trust across teams.
High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple administrative priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience assisting with billing or subscription system reconciliations (e.g., Stripe).
Previous background in employee engagement, culture-building, or ATS job posting management.
Prior experience in a fast-growing startup or staffing/outsourcing environment.
Required Skills & Tools:
Google Workspace (Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Drive)
Communication & Video Platforms (Slack, Zoom)
HR Information Systems (HRIS) & Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Time Tracking & Payroll Administration Software
Basic familiarity or willingness to learn Stripe and CRM tools
Schedule & Pay:
PART-TIME position; 20 hours per week in the PST (US West Coast) time zone (8am to 12pm PST).
This is a fully remote job for a US-based company.
Pay ranges from 6,000 ZAR to 8,000 ZAR per month, depending on experience and skill.
Annual raises, bonuses, confirmed holidays, and PTO.
System Requirements:
Internet speed of at least 20 Mbps
Computer with a 2.4 GHz processor or higher
8 GB of RAM or higher
Windows 10 or newer, or Mac OS X 10.10 or newer
HD 720p webcam
Headset with a microphone
Benefits:
Competitive pay rates
The company provides a US phone number and business email address
Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely, from home or any location of your choice
Eliminating commute time
Consistent work with the same clients, fostering long-term professional relationships
Opportunities for career advancement, dependent on the client
Stable work hours and consistent pay
A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and individual growth
Ready to launch your HR career in a high-growth remote environment? If you are a detail-oriented professional looking to gain hands-on experience in global people operations, build your skills, and grow alongside a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply today!