People Operations Specialist 18966

Somewhere


Job Location:

Cape Town - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: People Operations Specialist (Remote Contractor)

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 9-5 pm EST
Salary: 1500-2500 USD/ month depending on experience

About the company
A global remote-first edtech company that provides outcome-based IT cybersecurity audit and compliance training for individuals and organizations. They focus on hands-on certification-aligned learning through structured courses labs and personalized training pathways designed to build job-ready skills and measurable career outcomes.

Overview
This role supports day-to-day HR operations ensuring accurate data smooth processes and compliance with U.S. HR standards. Ideal for someone detail-oriented who knows when to act and when to escalate.

Key Responsibilities

HR Systems & Data

  • Maintain and update employee records in HRIS
  • Ensure data accuracy and generate reports

Documentation & Records

  • Prepare and organize HR documents and employee files
  • Send routine HR communications

Employee Relations Support

  • Handle initial intake and routing of HR concerns
  • Support managers with basic HR queries
  • Assist with documentation for HR cases

Recruitment Support

  • Coordinate interviews and candidate communications
  • Update ATS and assist with offer letters

Onboarding & Offboarding

  • Manage new hire paperwork and onboarding logistics
  • Track and complete offboarding processes

Benefits Support

  • Assist with enrollments and admin tasks
  • Route complex inquiries to the right team

Tools & Process Improvement

  • Use HR tech and AI tools to improve efficiency
  • Help document processes and suggest improvements

Requirements

Must-Have

  • PHR or SHRM-CP certification (active)
  • 3 years in HR / People Ops
  • Experience with HRIS and ATS
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation
  • Good judgment on when to escalate
  • Excellent written communication

Nice-to-Have

  • HR or related degree
  • Remote or global team experience
  • Benefits admin exposure
  • Familiarity with AI tools and SOP creation

Required Experience:

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Job Title: People Operations Specialist (Remote Contractor)Work Hours: Monday-Friday 9-5 pm ESTSalary: 1500-2500 USD/ month depending on experienceAbout the companyA global remote-first edtech company that provides outcome-based IT cybersecurity audit and compliance training for individuals and org...

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