Labour Law Consultant

LabourNet; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent HR services provider is seeking a Labour Law Consultant based in Richards Bay. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing clients on various IR issues, providing training, and managing complex labour law matters. Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years in a relevant degree and 2 years of labour law experience, along with excellent communication skills and a valid driver's license. The role offers hybrid work options and competitive remuneration along with a range of benefits.

Benefits

Wellness programme

Structured career paths

Accredited training

Driver's allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant degree or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in labour law including consultations on retrenchments and dispute resolution.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle is essential.

Responsibilities

• Retain and service clients regarding all IR issues.
• Provide training to clients based on LabourNet standards.
• Chair disciplinary inquiries and draft judgments.

Skills

Communication skills

Labour law knowledge

Customer-first mindset

Education

B. Degree in HR/IR/LLB

Job description

Labournet is a proudly South African company with over 28 years of innovation in payroll, HR and employment legislative compliance. We are driven by our mission to change the world of work by simplifying compliance, empowering people, and delivering technology-driven solutions. Our people are the key to this mission, and we invest in them to grow, innovate, and make an impact.

Job Description

We currently have an exciting position available for a Labour Law Consultant, to be based at our branch in Zulu-land (Richards Bay).

You are responsible for Inclusive of, but not limited to:

• Retaining all clients as well as servicing clients in terms of all IR issues.
• Provide training to all clients as per LabourNet standards
• All clients are visited once per month
• All clients are contacted as per schedule

These typical Labour Law issues can range from:

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

To more complex issues like:

• Strike Management

Package & Remuneration:

Salary: R17 850 CTC per month
Benefits: As part of the Labournet team,Verification you’ll enjoy benefits designed to support your wellbeing and career growth. These include a wellness programme that covers up to 8 family members or friends, partner discounts, structured career paths, accredited training, study assistance, retirement and group risk benefits, hybrid work options for applicable roles, as well as a suit-up and vehicle branding allowance where relevant.

Take the next step in your career with Labournet – where people are empowered, purpose drives everything we do, and our platform enables real impact. If you're ready to grow, innovate, and help shape the future of work in South Africa, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

Qualifications

You’ll 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
• 2 years and more experience in labour law (consultations on retrenchments, strikes, chairing disciplinary hearings, dispute resolution etc.)
• All LAPS completed
• Eagerness to learn the ins and outs of labour law
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Must be able to effectively function within a pressurised and fast-paced environment
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle is essential

What can we offer?

• Work in a multicultural and diverse environment
• Work-Life Integration
• Hybrid Work Policy
• LabourNet supports professional trainings and great career development opportunities
• Benefits such as Employee Assistance Programme, Pension fund, and risk benefits

In case LabourNet does not respond to your application within 30 days, please consider it was not successful for the current recruitment process for this role.

Additional Information

WhyJoin Labournet?

At Labournet, you’re joining more than a company - you’re becoming part of a platform built to empower people and drive purpose. With over 28 years of innovation in compliance and people solutions, we invest in our employees so they can grow, make a national impact, and help shape the future of work across South Africa.

What We Offer:

• You’ll obtain a wealth of experience and knowledgeulay at a much faster pace than you would in an internal compliance-focused role due to our national footprint across different industries.
• You’ll have access to structured career paths, accredited training, performance coaching and mentorship to support your professional growth.
• You’ll be part of a team that drives compliance and transformation across South Africa, giving your work real purpose and impact.
• You’ll benefit from hybrid work options and a culture that supports work‑life integration, because we believe wellbeing fuels performance.
• You’ll enjoy competitive salaries, holistic benefits and a lucrative sales commission policy.
• You’ll thrive in a collaborative, tech-enabled environment where we value output over hours and encourage innovation at every level.

How We Work?

Gone are the days of rigid office hours and long commutes. Our hybrid working model allows teams to co‑create flexible arrangements that support productivity and personal wellbeing.

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Who We Are:

Labournet is a proudly South African company offering integrated solutions in Payroll, Labour Law, Health & Safety, Transformation, Training, Technology and Commercial Compliance. We serve over 6,500 businesses nationwide, helping them stay compliant and competitive.