Recruitment Process Outsourcing
South Africa RPO Services
Compliantly source and find top talents in South Africa.
No in-country entity needed.
Breedj offers RPO solutions in South Africa. Through the Breedj platform, businesses of all sizes can compliantly find, hire and pay local nationals and expats alike.
Our platform provides a range of recruitment process outsourcing solutions that simplifies the processes, allowing your business to operate seamlessly and in full compliance with local employment laws.
Why hire talents from South Africa
South Africa boasts a high literacy rate, with nearly 95% of the population over the age of 15 being able to read and write according to the UNESCO Institute for Statistics. This high literacy rate has helped to develop a skilled workforce that is proficient in English, making it an attractive destination for global organizations looking to expand their operations in Africa.
Additionally, South Africa has a large pool of talented professionals across a wide range of industries, including finance, technology, engineering, and healthcare, among others. With a growing economy and a favorable business environment, South Africa offers a wealth of opportunities for companies looking to tap into its rich talent pool.
The country’s diverse cultural and linguistic background provides a unique advantage for companies looking to expand into new markets. With 11 official languages, South Africa offers a diverse workforce that is able to connect with a wide range of consumers and clients from around the world.
At Breedj, we understand the advantages of hiring talent from South Africa, and we are committed to helping our clients find the best candidates for their businesses. Our South Africa RPO services are designed to connect global organizations with top talent, providing a comprehensive solution that streamlines the recruitment process and delivers exceptional results.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you source and hire the best talent in South Africa, and take advantage of the unique opportunities that this dynamic country has to offer.
Sourcing talents from South Africa
Global companies looking to scout and source top talent in South Africa have several options at their disposal. Traditional recruitment channels, such as job boards, recruitment agencies, and social media, are still popular among job seekers in South Africa, and they can be a valuable resource for companies looking to hire local talent.
However, these channels can also be time-consuming and costly, especially for companies with limited resources or those that are new to the South African job market. That’s where Breedj’s RPO services come in. Our team of experienced recruiters has the knowledge and expertise to find and hire the best local talent quickly and efficiently, saving our clients time and money in the process.
With our RPO services, we can help you source, find, and hire the right talent for your business, no matter the industry or position. Our team leverages the latest technologies and strategies to connect with top talent in South Africa, and we work closely with our clients to ensure that their recruitment needs are met.
By partnering with Breedj for your South Africa RPO needs, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive suite of services that includes everything from sourcing and screening candidates to managing the entire recruitment process. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional results for our clients, and we pride ourselves on our ability to find the right candidates for each position, every time.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you find and hire top local talent in South Africa, and take your business to the next level.
Country fact sheet
South African rand (ZAR)
Pretoria (administrative), Bloemfontein (judicial), and Cape Town (legislative)
60 million (2021)
Southern Africa
GMT+2
There are 11 official languages in SA, including English, Afrikaans, Zulu, Xhosa, Sotho, Tswana, and others.
Compliance guaranteed
Breedj's local employment expertise in South Africa
By partnering with Breedj, you can eliminate the need to establish an in-country entity, and thus, saving valuable time and resources while benefiting from our local expertise to guarantee full compliance for your business operations.
Our platform has been designed to seamlessly take care of every aspect of the local employment environment, while you focus on your core operations.
Employment contracts
We handle employment contracts for both global employees and contractors.
Guaranteed compliance
Breedj ensures full compliance with your workers' local labor laws.
Global payroll
Our platform ensures accurate and timely international salary payments.
Legal expertise
Leverage Breedj's extensive expertise to navigate diverse employment laws.
Tax & contributions
Breedj handles tax & mandatory contributions as required by local labor laws.
Multiple currencies
Your workers are paid in their local currency, directly to their bank account.
Employment laws and regulations in South Africa
Employment laws and regulations in South Africa can be complex and challenging for global organizations looking to expand their operations in the country. It is important to understand the key provisions of South African labor laws to ensure compliance and avoid costly legal disputes.
Employment contracts are an essential part of the hiring process in South Africa, and it is important to draft them correctly to protect the interests of both the employer and the employee. Best practices for employment contracts include outlining the terms and conditions of employment, specifying the duration of the contract, and including details on remuneration, benefits, and termination clauses.
Employee probation periods in South Africa are not prescribed by law, but they must be reasonable given the circumstances of the job. Employers must ensure that the terms of the probation period are clearly communicated to the employee and that the employee understands their rights and responsibilities.
Working hours in South Africa are regulated by law, with the maximum normal working time allowed being 45 hours weekly. This is nine hours per day (excluding a lunch break) if the employee works a five-day week and eight hours per day (excluding a lunch break) if the employee works more than 5 days per week.
Overtime in South Africa is limited to a maximum of 3 hours per day or 10 hours in any one week. Overtime remuneration is paid at 1.5 times the normal rate, and 2 times the normal rate for Sundays and public holidays.
At Breedj, we understand the importance of compliance with local labor laws and regulations in South Africa. Our RPO services are designed to ensure that our clients remain in compliance with local laws and regulations while sourcing and hiring top local talent. Contact us today to learn more about our RPO services in South Africa and how we can help you navigate the complexities of local employment laws.
Labor regulations
21 days
Variable
4 months
10 days
Variable
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Employment termination in South Africa
Employment termination policies in South Africa are governed by the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA). According to section 37 of the BCEA, an employee may give notice of their resignation, or an employer may give notice of termination of employment, within the following time periods:
- One week’s notice, if the employee has been employed for six months or less.
- Two weeks’ notice, if the employee has been employed for more than six months but less than one year.
- Four weeks’ notice, if an employee has been employed for one year or more.
- Four weeks’ notice, if an employee is either a farmworker or a domestic worker who has been employed for more than six months.
These are the minimum time periods allowed by law, and the consent of both parties is required to agree to a shorter notice period. It is important to note that retrenched employees must be paid at least one week’s pay for each completed year of ongoing service.
In addition to the above notice periods, employers must follow due process when terminating an employee’s employment. This includes giving the employee an opportunity to respond to any allegations or grievances and providing a valid reason for the termination.
Severance pay is also an important consideration when terminating employment in South Africa. Retrenched employees must be paid at least one week’s pay for each completed year of ongoing service. However, the employer must pay the retrenched employee the amount specified in any policy or their employment contract, if that amount is larger.
At Breedj, we understand the complexities of employment termination policies in South Africa, and we are committed to helping our clients navigate the legal requirements with ease. Our RPO services are designed to ensure that our clients remain compliant with local laws and regulations while sourcing and hiring top local talent. Contact us today to learn more about our RPO services in South Africa and how we can help you navigate the complexities of local employment laws.
Breedj's platform
54 countries
Africa
Supports multiple currencies
Onboard workers in less than 24 hours
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Breedj streamlined our global hiring process, making it easy to find and pay remote talents. Our team loves how the platform handles payments and compliance.
Global expansion simplified
Confidently expand to South Africa
Breedj stands out as the preferred global employment solutions provider for several reasons, offering organizations a competitive edge with a range of scalable global employment solutions.
Cost effective
Drastically reduce administrative and overhead costs related to managing global employees.
100% compliant
Stay up to date with the ever changing global legislations, policies and local labor laws.
Peace of mind
Get direct access to our global employment experts to mitigate legal risks and penalties.
Fast-track market entry
Bypass the complexities associated with establishing a branch office or in-country.
Help emerging countries
Encourage growth and uplift lesser served regions by giving a job to talented remote professionals.
Support United Nations development goals
Directly support at least four sustainable development goals, simply by using our platform.
