People Operations&Office Executive, Milnerton

Location: Johannesburg (Hybrid)

As a People Operations&Office Executive, you’ll sit at the heart of the Johannesburg office, supporting the business across people operations, office management, and day‑to‑day operational delivery. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll own key elements of the employee lifecycle while ensuring the office runs smoothly and the wider team is fully supported.

Working closely with the Senior Operations Manager and leadership team, you’ll play a key role in enabling a high‑performing, well‑structured, and engaging working environment across a growing global business.

What You’ll Be Doing People Operations&Employee Lifecycle

Support the full employee lifecycle including onboarding, offboarding, and internal mobility

Maintain and update HRIS systems, ensuring accurate and up‑to‑date employee records

Support global payroll processes and related administrative coordination

Draft, update, and maintain employment contracts, addendums, and HR policies

Liaise with external HR advisors to ensure compliance with labour legislation and best practice

Support internal recruitment coordination, including scheduling and documentation where required

Compliance, Reporting&Learning

Support SETA submissions, ensuring accurate and timely reporting

Assist with BEE compliance processes and maintain required documentation

Support Learning&Development initiatives, including tracking training activity and engagement

Employee Experience&Engagement

Drive engagement initiatives within the Johannesburg office, including events and culture activities

Support a consistent employee experience across all locations, including remote teams

Act as a key point of contact for employee queries and support

Partner with local managers to identify engagement risks and support team wellbeing

Office&Facilities Management

Manage day‑to‑day office operations, including suppliers, facilities, and maintenance

Act as first point of contact for office‑related issues (access, facilities, logistics)

Support consistency in office operations across other locations where required

Operations, Systems&Business Support

Coordinate onboarding logistics including systems access, equipment, and setup

Act as first line support for basic tech‑related issues, liaising with external providers where needed

Manage shared mailboxes, operational coordination, and internal communications

Support expense management processes and related policies

Assist with travel coordination including flights, accommodation, and visa support

Continuous Improvement&Enablement

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through tools, systems, and AI‑enabled solutions

Stay aware of emerging trends and technologies that can enhance people operations

Suggest and support process improvements across HR and operational workflowsAct as an enabler across the business, ensuring teams have the structure and support needed to perform

What We’re Looking For

Previous experience in HR, People Operations, or an operations‑focused role

Strong attention to detail with high accuracy in written and administrative work

Highly organised, structured, and able to manage multiple priorities

Proactive mindset with strong problem‑solving ability and initiative

Confident communicator across all levels of the business

Experience working with HRIS or operational systems

Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion

Comfortable in a fast‑paced, evolving environment requiring both structure and flexibility

Interest in technology and AI tools, with a willingness to learn and apply new ways of working

Strong sense of ownership and a focus on enabling others to succeed

Why Join Aston Holmes At aston holmes, we focus on building high‑performing teams and creating the operational foundations that enable growth. This role gives you visibility across the business and the opportunity to directly influence how people, processes, and environments come together.

What You Can Expect

A flexible hybrid working model

Exposure to a growing, globally scaling business

Close collaboration with senior leadership and operations teams

The opportunity to shape and improve people operations as the business evolves

A culture where contribution is visible and impact is tangible

Perks&Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working model with flexibility

20 days annual leave plus South African public holidays

Dedicated volunteer day

Opportunity to work closely with leadership and influence how the business operates

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