HR/Payroll Consultant at Salt South Africa

Role Overview

• A leading HR and payroll solutions provider is looking for an experienced HR / Payroll Consultant to join its professional services team. This role involves working directly with clients across various industries to deliver system implementations, configurations, training, and advisory support.
• The position plays a key role in ensuring accurate payroll execution, regulatory compliance, and effective adoption of HR and payroll systems, while continuously improving client processes and system performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and configure HR and payroll systems based on client requirements
• Engage with clients to gather requirements and translate them into system solutions
• Facilitate training sessions and provide user support and knowledge transfer
• Manage end-to-end payroll processes, including statutory submissions and compliance
• Ensure adherence to HR and payroll legislation (PAYE, IRP5, IFRS, GAAP, GRAP, etc.)
• Support system testing, issue resolution, audits, and process improvements
• Assist with solution scoping, proposals, and client presentations
• Develop user guides, documentation, and training materials
• Participate in product demonstrations and client engagements

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in HR, Payroll, IT, or related field
• 3+ years’ experience in HR and/or payroll systems
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and legislative compliance
• Experience with ERP or HR systems (ITS Integrator or similar advantageous)
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• Experience in client training or system support

Key Attributes

• Strong communication and client engagement skills
• Confident facilitator and presenter
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Able to translate business needs into system solutions
• Detail-oriented with a strong compliance focus
• Proactive, accountable, and delivery-driven