Labour Law Consultant

LabourNet; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy in Durban is seeking a Labour Law Consultant who will manage client relationships and handle various labour law issues. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and experience in Industrial Relations. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for career growth in a diverse environment.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Cell phone

Internet

Laptop

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension fund

Risk benefits

Branding allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years degree in HR, IR, LLB or related.
• At least 1 year experience in Industrial Relations.
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle is essential.

Responsibilities

• Retain and service clients on industrial relations issues.
• Chair disciplinary inquiries and draft judgments.
• Assist with wage negotiations and strike management.

Skills

Customer-first mindset

Excellent communication skills

Ability to function under pressure

Eagerness to learn labour law

Education

3 years B. Degree or equivalent in HR / IR / LLB

Job description

We currently have an exciting position available for a Labour Law Consultant to be based at our branch in Durban.

You are responsible for, including but not limited to:

• Retaining all clients as well as servicing clients in terms of all IR issues.
• All clients are contacted as per schedule.

These typical Labour Law issues can range from:

• Chairing of disciplinary inquiries
• Drafting of judgments for clients
• Assist with the issuing of warnings to ensure compliance
• Drafting and implementing policies

To more complex issues like:

• Wage negotiations
• Strike Management
• Retrenchments

Package & Remuneration:

Salary: R17 850 CTC

Benefits: Cell phone, Internet, Laptop, and excellent career growth opportunities, as well as a great commission structure.

Embark on an exciting, rewarding, and challenging career move and join Labournet, a market leader in HR Management Services. If you enjoy delivering work that meets or exceeds high standards and want to fast-track your career, LabourNet is where you want to be!

Qualifications:

You will need a customer-first mindset and the following skills to succeed in this role:

• 3 years B. Degree or equivalent in HR / IR / LLB or related field
• More than 1 year experience in Industrial Relations
• Eagerness to learn the ins and outs of labour law
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Must be able to effectively function within a pressurized and fast-paced environment
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle is essential

What we can offer:

• Attractive salary
• Work in a multicultural and diverse environment
• Work-life integration
• Hybrid work policy
• Support for professional training and career development
• Benefits such as Employee Assistance Programme, pension fund, and risk benefits
• Branding allowance

In case Labournet does not respond within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful for this role.

Additional information:

Culture: We pay attention to output rather than time spent and offer a flexible working environment.

Employer of choice: Our managers believe in putting their people first and are devoted to their growth and development, practicing servant leadership.

Flexibility: We promote work-life integration over work-life balance to ensure well-being.

Passion: Bring purpose to your work and leave with a sense of achievement.

How we work at Labournet:

Our hybrid working approach allows employees and managers to agree on a productive work environment that balances professional and personal lives, utilizing technology to support virtual collaboration.

Why join Labournet?

It's more than just a job—it's a mission to ensure client compliance through meaningful work, customer-centric services, and innovative technology solutions. Contribute to HR best practices and help secure compliance across the employee lifecycle.

Who are we?

Your Strategic Partner in Human Resource Solutions

Our team of highly trained consultants is passionate about transforming workplace issues into accessible, flexible, affordable HR solutions aligned with your business goals. Labournet aims to be an extension of your HR department, fulfilling compliance needs so you can focus on core activities.

We are the trusted compliance partner for employers across South Africa.

What do we do?

We deliver leading compliance solutions nationwide, implementing best practices within our partner businesses.

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