Employment Law Associate

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Professional development

Medical aid

Pension fund

Work-life balance

Diverse clients

Job summary

Placements24, Port Elizabeth-based law firm, seeks an Employment Law Associate with 4-6 years PQE to join its dynamic practice. You'll advise multinational and local clients on all facets of SA employment law, handling both contentious and non-contentious matters, including dismissals, retrenchments, and compliance.

You will draft and review contracts and policies, represent clients before CCMA and Labour Court, and contribute to training programs, while collaborating with a team focused on

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with 4-6 years PQE in Employment Law.
• Strong understanding of South African labour legislation and case law.
• Proven experience representing clients in labour disputes and negotiations.
• Excellent drafting skills for contracts, policies, and legal submissions.
• Strong interpersonal and client advisory skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a Port Elizabeth team.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on dismissals, retrenchments, and disciplinary proceedings.
• Represent clients in the CCMA, bargaining councils, and Labour Court.
• Draft and review employment contracts, policies, and settlement agreements.
• Provide guidance on compliance with the Basic Conditions of Employment Act and Labour Relations Act.
• Conduct legal training and workshops for clients on employment law topics.
• Manage a caseload of employment-related disputes and litigation.

Skills

Employment Law

Client advisory

Litigation support

Job description

A leading law firm in Port Elizabeth is seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Employment Law Associate to join its thriving practice group. This role focuses on advising clients, ranging from multinational corporations to local businesses, on all facets of South African employment law. You will handle contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including dismissals, labour disputes, and compliance issues. This is an excellent career opportunity for an Associate lawyer keen on specializing further in employment law within the dynamic Eastern Cape market.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on matters related to dismissals, retrenchments, and disciplinary proceedings.
• Represent clients in the CCMA, bargaining councils, and Labour Court.
• Draft and review employment contracts, policies, and settlement agreements.
• Provide guidance on compliance with the Basic Conditions of Employment Act and Labour Relations Act.
• Conduct legal training and workshops for clients on employment law topics.
• Manage a caseload of employment-related disputes and litigation.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with 4-6 years of post-qualification experience in Employment Law .
• Strong understanding of South African labour legislation and case law.
• Proven experience in representing clients in labour disputes and negotiations.
• Excellent drafting skills for contracts, policies, and legal submissions.
• Strong interpersonal and client advisory skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in Port Elizabeth .

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package and opportunities for bonus earnings.
• Access to excellent professional development programs.
• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund membership.
• Exposure to a diverse client base and challenging legal work.
• Supportive firm culture that promotes work-life balance.