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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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R331,000
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 297k
MEDIAN
ZAR 331k
75%
ZAR 499k

The average salary for a Human Resources (HR) Specialist is R331,000 in 2025

Base Salary
R297k - R499k
Bonus
R0 - R51k
Total Pay
R300k - R524k
Based on 9 salary profiles (last updated May 30 2024)
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Common Health Benefits for a Human Resources (HR) Specialist

Medical
33%
None
67%

Gender Breakdown for Human Resources (HR) Specialists

Female
100.0%
This data is based on 5 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 ZARNaN / year

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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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