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Human Resources (HR) Specialist

Average Human Resources (HR) Specialist with Human Resources (HR) Skills Salary in South Africa

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R438,000
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 282k
MEDIAN
ZAR 438k
90%
ZAR 745k

The average salary for a Human Resources (HR) Specialist is R438,000 in 2025

Base Salary
R282k - R745k
Bonus
R0 - R70k
Total Pay
R286k - R910k
Based on 12 salary profiles (last updated Jul 31 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Human Resources (HR) Specialist

None
100%

Gender Breakdown for Human Resources (HR) Specialists

Female
75.0%
Male
25.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Human Resources (HR) Specialists

What is the highest pay for Human Resources (HR) Specialists in Cape Town?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Human Resources (HR) Specialist in Cape Town is ZAR 745k / year

What is the lowest pay for Human Resources (HR) Specialists in Cape Town?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Human Resources (HR) Specialist in Cape Town is ZAR 282k / year

How can Human Resources (HR) Specialists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Human Resources (HR) Specialist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Human Resources (HR) Specialist that oversees more junior Human Resources (HR) Specialists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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