HR Specialist

HR Specialist - Own & Lead the People Function at The Well & CoWork Schedule Requirement

This is a full-time remote role aligned with Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).

• Working Hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM AEST, Monday to Friday
• This schedule is standard business hours in Australia, but may translate to early morning or graveyard shifts depending on your region.
• You must be fully available and operational during AEST hours, regardless of your location.

This role requires discipline, time zone awareness, and the ability to work independently while staying aligned with our Australian-based operations.

Work Setup

Remote (with occasional in-person meetings if required)

About The Well & Co

The Well & Co is built on stewardship, purpose, and growth—we dont just run businesses; we build companies that create real impact. We value discipline, accountability, and structure, and were committed to hiring and developing top talent through a well-defined people strategy.

Now, were looking for a capable HR Specialist who will own the full HR function and ensure that our people, policies, and processes align with our mission and drive operational excellence.

Who This Role Is For

This role is perfect for someone who:

• Thrives in high-performance environments
• Is structured, process-driven, and professional
• Views HR as a strategic function critical to business growth
• Can confidently manage policies, people, and performance
• Wants ownership and autonomy, not just task execution

If youve worked in disorganized HR environments and thought, “If I were in charge, Id fix this,” this is your chance to make that happen.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Workforce Planning

• Design and lead structured hiring processes
• Oversee job ads, screening, interviews, and onboarding
• Prevent hiring errors through clear evaluation systems

HR Policy & Compliance

• Develop and implement policies that promote accountability
• Ensure employment agreements and practices are legally sound
• Guide leadership on workforce strategy and compliance

Performance & Culture

• Foster a high-performance, values-driven culture
• Manage performance reviews and resolve team issues
• Coach leaders and staff to build trust and alignment

Youll Succeed in This Role If You Are:

• A system-builder who improves efficiency and clarity
• A confident decision-maker unafraid of tough conversations
• A business-minded HR professional who sees the link between workforce and profitability
• A proactive leader who acts without waiting to be told
• A strong communicator who earns trust while enforcing structure

This Role Is Not for You If:

• You avoid conflict or struggle with holding people accountable
• You only want to do recruitment and not broader HR work
• You need step-by-step direction before taking action
• You prefer slow, corporate HR environments over agile teams

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience across recruitment, compliance, and people management
• Proven success developing and enforcing HR systems
• Background in fast-growing industries (healthcare, business services, etc.)
• Strong understanding of employment law and workforce planning
• Excellent communication, leadership, and policy enforcement skills

Why Join Us

• Lead & Shape the HR Function - Full ownership and influence
• Impact & Growth - Join a purpose-driven company scaling fast
• Autonomy & Decision-Making - Be trusted to lead, not micromanaged
• Be Valued - Work with a leadership team that respects HR as a key driver of business success

Recruitment Process

Shortlisted candidates will go through the following steps:

• Initial Video Interview
• Live Simulation Assessment
• Final Executive Interview

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R100 000,00 - R200 000,00 per year

Education:

• Bachelors (Preferred)

Experience:

• HR: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Information :

• Company : The Well & Co
• Position : HR Specialist
• Location : Remote in Cape Town, Western Cape
• Country : ZA