Associate / Senior Associate (Employment) – Dispute Resolution - Johannesburg, South Africa

Bowmans; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowmans is seeking an Associate/Senior Associate for its Employment team in Johannesburg. This role involves handling various litigious and non-litigious employment law matters, closely working with senior lawyers and clients. Ideal candidates will possess an LLB degree, 3-5 years of post-articles experience, and strong communication and research skills. Join a prestigious firm to further your legal career in a vibrant environment that values ethical practice and innovation.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Participation in Pro Bono work

Engagement in knowledge management and business development

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ post articles experience in Employment Law.
• Experience in corporate law and litigation is advantageous.
• Must be an admitted attorney.
• Strong academic track record.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and reviewing legal documents, including pleadings and contracts.
• Providing strategic and commercial employment advice to clients.
• Conducting investigations and preparing reports.
• Initiating disciplinary proceedings for clients.

Skills

English proficiency

Research skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

LLB degree from a recognized South African institution

Job description

Job title : Associate / Senior Associate (Employment) – Dispute Resolution - Johannesburg, South Africa

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline : August 21, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Job Description

• Bowmans’ Employment and Benefits team is looking for a qualified employment lawyer to join its prestigious team.
• This is an opportunity to join a leading Employment & Benefits Department, with outstanding lawyers who are invested in shaping the practice’s jurisprudence across Africa and beyond.
• Therefore, the successful candidate will have diverse exposure to the various litigious and non-litigious work, with tremendous opportunities to grow professionally.

Experience and Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ post articles experience in Employment Law, experience in corporate law and litigation will be advantageous
• LLB degree from a recognized South African tertiary institution
• Must be an admitted attorney
• Excellent command of the English language is essential
• Strong research and practical skills
• Strong academic track record

Job Accountabilities

• A strong command of legal and / or technical issues
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents, including pleadings, agreements, contracts, policies, etc.
• Furnishing legal opinions on various areas of employment law
• Providing strategic and commercial employment advice tailored to clients
• Conducting investigations and preparing investigation reports
• Providing employment advice relating to transactions and assisting with due diligence investigations
• Initiating disciplinary proceedings for client
• Consultations with clients and Counsel
• Preparing CCMA and / or Court documents, including briefs to Counsel
• Ability and desire to appear at the CCMA, Labour Court and other forums
• Conducting accurate research in support of senior lawyers
• Assisting with training for clients
• Contributing to knowledge management and business development of the Practice
• Effective delegation to and management of candidate legal practitioners and / or associates
• Assist with the day to day running of a busy practice, including file management and time management
• Taking part in Firm initiatives such as Pro Bono work and ongoing trainings
• Legal Technical and Commercial Skill
• Legal technical knowledge, including the understanding and practical application of legal knowledge
• Ability to provide strategic and commercially driven advice
• Legal drafting and communication (verbal and written) in a manner tailored for various audiences
• Business awareness and / or acumen
• Project management
• Teamwork
• Good interpersonal skills
• Effective communication and collaboration with various stakeholders
• Giving and receiving feedback
• Delegation and development of juniors
• Business Development and Knowledge Management
• Develop, nurture and leverage on internal and external networks
• Client engagement, including drafting fee estimates and pitch documents
• Writing technical articles, presentations, etc.
• Participate in Knowledge initiatives, including the Practice’s thought leadership
• Attend and contribute to learning and development

Personal Attributes

• Initiative : self-starting, proactive, taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required
• Perseverance : be able to work well under pressure without compromising work quality or standards; be able to take constructive feedback; ability to handle high volumes and meet tight deadlines
• Work Standards : sets own high goals and performance standards, producing work timeously, accurately and of a consistently high standard
• Creative : contribute to innovative outcomes, displaying good understanding of clients’ needs, produce practical solutions, business savvy
• Team player : work together with colleagues and staff to enhance the team’s overall performance, take advantage of team synergies and ensure a productive, efficient and caring work environment
• Ethical : display honesty and integrity at all times.