Atom South Africa

UK-owned operation in South Africa.
Employment services, work permit services, and sponsorships.

Local staff, local knowledge

UK-owned operation in South Africa providing employment and work permit services

Expanding your business into South Africa offers immense potential, but navigating its complex labour laws can be a challenge. Atom’s locally-owned office provides a seamless solution. We handle all employment-related responsibilities, allowing you to focus on your core business. From hiring and onboarding to payroll, benefits, and compliance, we ensure your South African operations run smoothly and efficiently.

  • UK-owned South African company
    Atom Global South Africa (Pty) Ltd

  • Work permit services, visas services, and sponsorships

  • Local office in-country

  • Employer of Record (EOR)
    We become the legal employer, handling all local legal and regulatory requirements for your team members.

  • Reduced Time & Cost
    Skip the hassle and expense of setting up a legal entity in each new location.

  • Seamless Payroll & Taxes
    We manage payroll processing, tax withholdings, and on-time payments for your employees.

  • 20 years’ experience running payroll
    Access to an experienced in-house, fast turnaround times team, and a single point of contact

  • Fully compliant employment solution
    Navigating local labor laws and regulations, ensuring compliance throughout the employment lifecycle.

South Africa Office

Atom Global South Africa (Pty) Ltd
49 Crystal Gardens
10 Oak Road
Port Elizabeth
6070
South Africa

Atom Africa Team

Meet the Atom Africa team here.

Services

Employer of Record (EOR) service

To streamline your operations and ensure compliance, consider partnering with Atom as your Employer of Record (EOR).

  • Drafting and maintaining compliant employment contracts
  • Visa sponsorship available
  • Payroll and tax administration
  • Timely employee payments
  • Benefits administration
  • Compliant terminations and offboarding
  • Ongoing legal and regulatory guidance
  • All necessary insurance

Kruger National Park, South Africa

South Africa: Fact Sheet

  • Capital
    Pretoria, Executive
    Cape Town, Legislative
    Bloemfontein, Judicial

  • Official Languages
    Afrikaans, English, Ndebele, Sepedi, Sesotho, Setswana, South African Sign Language, Swazi, Tshivenda, Xhosa, Xitsonga, Zulu
  • Currency
    South African rand (ZAR)

  • Population size
    62,027,503

  • VAT
    15% standard rate

  • Dialling code
    +27
  • Time Zone
    UTC+2 (SAST)
  • Tax authority
    South African Revenue Service (SARS)
  • Tax year
    1 March to 28 February

  • Interesting fact
    At 73,000 years old, drawings in the Blombos Cave in South Africa are said to be 'the oldest known drawings by human hands'.

  • Interesting fact
    At over 160km in diameter, South Afica's Vredefort crater, or impact structure, is the largest in the world! It's also the 2nd oldest. You'll need to zoom out on Google Maps to see it.

South Africa Employer's Guide

South Africa, the economic powerhouse of Africa, offers a complex yet dynamic business environment. With a skilled workforce and a developed infrastructure, it attracts foreign investment. However, understanding the country's labour laws and regulations is essential for business success.

South Africa has a progressive income tax system with varying rates based on income brackets. Employers are responsible for PAYE (Pay As You Earn) deductions and employer contributions to the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) and the Compensation Fund. VAT stands at 15%.

South Africa introduced a National Minimum Wage (NMW) in 2018. However, sector-specific minimum wages may apply in certain industries. It's essential to check the latest regulations for the specific sector you operate in.

Standard working hours in South Africa are 45 hours per week, spread over five days. Overtime is permissible under specific conditions and attracts a premium.

While not mandated by law, many South African employers offer benefits such as medical aid, pension funds, and group life insurance. Statutory benefits include maternity leave, paternity leave, and sick leave.

South African employees are entitled to various types of leave, including annual leave, sick leave, maternity leave, paternity leave, and family responsibility leave. The Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) outlines the specific provisions.

Annual leave
The standard entitlement is 21 consecutive days annual leave on full remuneration.

Sick leave
An employee who works 5 days per week is entitled to 30 days every 36 months.

South Africa has a diverse talent pool, but competition for skilled workers can be intense. Effective recruitment strategies include competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits packages, and opportunities for career growth.

Employers can hire directly or through employment agencies. Understanding the intricacies of South African labor law is crucial to avoid legal issues.

Termination notice periods
Notice of not less than:

1 week
Employee employed for 6 months or less.

2 weeks
Employee employed 6 months to 1 year

4 weeks
Employee employed for 1 year or more (Farmworkers or domestic workers: employed for more than 6 months).

Employers in Mozambique have access to a range of long-term and temporary options for ensuring compliant employments in-country. These include but are not limited to agency, in-country partner, PEO, and EOR arrangements.

Disclaimer: This information is intended as a general overview and should not be considered legal or tax advice. Employers are advised to consult for specific guidance.

Locations

Our local offices

Our local offices in Africa are ready to help you.

  • South Africa
  • Mozambique
  • Namibia
  • Nigeria
  • Ghana
  • Republic of Congo
  • Democratic Republic of the Congo

Offices opening soon

Contact us about how we can help you from these locations in the near future.

  • Angola
  • Gabon
  • Guinea
  • Morocco
  • Uganda
  • Kenya
  • Tanzania
  • Mauritius
  • Madagascar
  • Zambia
  • Botswana

Cape Town, South Africa

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