Employee Relations Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown seeks an Employee Relations Specialist to help foster a positive workplace culture by managing and resolving employee relations issues. You will conduct investigations, advise on HR policies, and support managers in addressing conflicts and disciplinary matters.

The ideal candidate will have strong investigative, mediation, and communication skills, plus thorough knowledge of South African labor law.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Law, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in employee relations or a similar HR role.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor law, including the Labour Relations Act.
• Proven experience conducting workplace investigations and mediation.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong ethical standards and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough and impartial investigations into employee grievances and complaints.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and employees on employee relations matters.
• Develop and deliver training on HR policies, procedures, and best practices for employee relations.
• Support the implementation of HR policies and ensure fair and consistent application.
• Manage disciplinary processes, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and company procedures.
• Identify trends in employee relations issues and recommend proactive solutions to mitigate risks.

Skills

Investigations

Mediation

Communication

Conflict resolution

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Law, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Employee Relations Specialist to join their team in Queenstown . This role is crucial for fostering a positive and productive work environment by managing and resolving employee relations issues effectively and proactively. You will be responsible for conducting investigations, providing guidance on HR policies and procedures, and supporting managers in addressing workplace conflicts and disciplinary matters. The ideal candidate will possess strong investigative, mediation, and communication skills, combined with a thorough understanding of South African labor law. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional to specialize in employee relations and make a significant impact on organizational culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough and impartial investigations into employee grievances and complaints.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and employees on employee relations matters.
• Develop and deliver training on HR policies, procedures, and best practices for employee relations.
• Support the implementation of HR policies and ensure fair and consistent application.
• Manage disciplinary processes, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and company procedures.
• Identify trends in employee relations issues and recommend proactive solutions to mitigate risks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Law, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in employee relations or a similar HR role.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor law, including the Labour Relations Act.
• Proven experience in conducting workplace investigations and mediation.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong ethical standards and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for performance-based increases.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits package.
• Opportunities for specialized training in employee relations and labor law.
• A stable work environment with a focus on fairness and respect.
• Be part of a team dedicated to promoting a positive workplace culture.