Labour & HR Strategy Consultant for Emerging Markets

Slr; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consultancy firm is seeking a Labour Consultant to join its Johannesburg team. The role focuses on advising clients on labour standards, developing HR strategies, and conducting assessments. Candidates should have over 6 years of HR consulting experience, a degree in a relevant field, and strong stakeholder engagement skills. The position offers opportunities to impact workplace culture and enhance job quality across Africa.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of international labour standards essential.
• Experience developing HR management systems and policies.
• Fluency in English required; other languages advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement labour and HR policies.
• Conduct HR due diligence and workplace assessments.
• Identify risks related to job quality and labour relations.
• Provide mediation and dispute resolution services.
• Deliver workshops on labour standards and compliance.
• Assess company culture and develop action plans.
• Offer specialized support on labour and HR matters.

Skills

Understanding of international labour standards (ILO, IFC)

Conducting labour due diligence

Developing HR management systems

Strong analytical skills

Excellent stakeholder engagement

Entrepreneurial mindset

Effective communication

Education

Degree in HR, Labour Relations, Social Sciences

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

A prominent consultancy firm is seeking a Labour Consultant to join its Johannesburg team. The role focuses on advising clients on labour standards, developing HR strategies, and conducting assessments. Candidates should have over 6 years of HR consulting experience, a degree in a relevant field, and strong stakeholder engagement skills. The position offers opportunities to impact workplace culture and enhance job quality across Africa.