People and Talent Coordintor (Maternity Cover Contract) at SPAN Digital

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

HR Operations, Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Compliance, Office Coordination, Event Coordination, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Freshteam ATS, HRIS Knowledge, South African Labor Law, SETA Submission Process, Workplace Culture Development

Industry

Software Development

Description

About SPAN Digital We're a premium software consulting company with offices in San Francisco, Cape Town, and Guadalajara. We partner with startups to global brands in tech, fintech, and digital media, building category-defining products and helping engineering teams deliver exceptional digital solutions. At SPAN, we balance structure with flexibility, autonomy with accountability, and learning with doing. It's not about grinding, it's about thriving. The Opportunity Join our established Cape Town team in a comprehensive People and Talent role that combines HR operations with office coordination. This maternity cover position offers the opportunity to support our people strategy across the full employee lifecycle while ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. You'll work closely with leadership and team members, providing essential support across recruitment, employee engagement, compliance, and office management. Perfect for an experienced HR professional who enjoys variety and wants to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative tech environment. What You'll Do Talent Acquisition Support Support end-to-end recruitment processes using Freshteam ATS to source tech talent. Partner with hiring managers on recruitment strategies and job descriptions. Strengthen our employer brand through LinkedIn content and coordinating industry MeetUps. Employee Lifecycle Management Manage onboarding and offboarding processes with comprehensive checklists. Serve as primary HR contact for employee queries and policy guidance. Handle HR administration including employee record updates and benefits coordination. Day to Day internal communication. Culture & Engagement Coordinate in-office workdays and employee engagement events. Manage recognition programs including anniversaries, birthdays, and High Five Awards. Support wellness initiatives promoting work-life balance and mental health resources. Compliance & Development Ensure compliance with South African labor laws and manage SETA requirements including WSP and ATR preparation. Coordinate learning opportunities through SPAN Academy and apply for MICT SETA grants. Office Coordination Serve as secondary office contact for inquiries, vendor communications, and facility management. Support day-to-day office operations and provide administrative assistance as needed. What We're Looking For 3-5 years in HR, People Operations, or similar coordination roles ATS platform experience (Freshteam preferred) and HRIS knowledge South African labor law understanding and SETA submission process Strong communication and organizational skills Event coordination experience and passion for developing workplace culture Degree in HR, Psychology, Business, or related field preferred What We Offer Flexible hybrid working with collaborative in-office days Modern tech tools and supportive team environment Professional development opportunities and comprehensive benefits Meaningful work supporting exceptional employee experiences Ready to Support Our People Strategy? This role offers the perfect blend of HR expertise and office coordination in an established, successful consulting firm. You'll work with a team that values collaboration, respects work-life balance, and believes in creating exceptional workplace experiences. Join us in creating a workplace where exceptional talent thrives.

Responsibilities

Support end-to-end recruitment processes and manage employee lifecycle activities. Coordinate office operations and employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive workplace culture.