About this role
Lets Write Africa's Story Together!
Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.
Job Description
We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Human Capital Assistant to join our team on a 12‑month fixed-term contract. This role supports key HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, administration, employee relations, and performance management.The fixed-term nature of this role is intended to provide additional capacity during a period of increased HR activity, including ongoing organisational projects, process improvements, and talent lifecycle initiatives. The contract will allow the organisation to respond to current operational needs while assessing longer‑term structure requirements.
Recruitment & Onboarding
- Assist with job postings, screening, and scheduling interviews.
- Prepare onboarding documentation and coordinate induction sessions.
HR Administration
- Maintain employee records.
- Process HC documentation (contracts, confirmations, transfers, terminations, etc.).
- Support payroll by collecting and submitting relevant employee data.
Employee Relations Support
- Assist with scheduling disciplinary hearings, grievance processes, and related documentation.
- Support employee wellness and engagement initiatives.
Performance & Talent Management
- Assist in coordinating performance review processes.
- Maintain training records and support the rollout of learning and development programmes.
Reporting & Compliance
- Prepare monthly HR reports and dashboards as required.
- Ensure compliance with labour laws, company policies, and HC standards.
Skills
Accounting, Computer Literacy, Database Administration, Database Reporting, Data Compilation, Data Controls, Desktop Publishing (DTP), Employee Records, Human Resources Administration, Information Management, Learning, Management Reporting, Microsoft Digital Literacy, Microsoft Office, Network Administration, Numerical Aptitude, Office Systems, Oral Communications, Recruiting, Report ReviewCompetencies
CollaboratesCommunicates EffectivelyEnsures AccountabilityNimble LearningOrganizational SavvyPlans and AlignsSelf-DevelopmentTech SavvyEducation
Bachelor Of Art: Human Resource ManagementClosing Date
26 January 2026 , 23:59The Old Mutual Story!
Other facts
About Old Mutual Limited
Old Mutual Limited is a premium pan-African financial services group that offers a broad spectrum of financial solutions to retail and corporate customers across key markets in 14 countries. We have been helping our customers achieve their lifetime financial goals for over 170 years by investing their funds in ways that create positive futures for them, their families, their communities and broader society.
In this way, we significantly contribute to improving the lives of our customers and their communities while ensuring a sustainable future for our business.
We employ more than 30 000 people and operate in 14 countries across two regions Africa (South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania, Nigeria, Ghana, Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan and eSwatini) as well as Asia (China)
So why work here?
We believe you can shape the future with us – a future where we build a better Africa together. That’s why we’re committed to creating opportunities that will give you an edge on the rest. Once you’re part of our team, you will have access to the best breed of advice, tools and frameworks that will equip you to be your exceptional best. #MomentsThatMatter
What you'll do
- The Human Capital Assistant will support key HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, administration, employee relations, and performance management. This role is designed to provide additional capacity during a period of increased HR activity.
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