Remote Employment Law Specialist – SA

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24, on behalf of a leading national retailer, seeks an Employment Law Specialist to join its legal team on a fully remote basis. You will advise on SA labour legislation, draft contracts, and handle disputes, with emphasis on BCEA, LRA, and EEA.

The role supports HR across the workforce, conducts trainings, and represents the company in CCMA arbitrations and Labour Court matters. Remote in South Africa, preferably based in Soweto or Gauteng, with 5+ years PQE.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with at least 5 years post-qualification Employment Law experience.
• Deep knowledge of South African labour legislation and case law.
• Experience advising on complex employment law issues and managing disputes.
• Experience representing employers in CCMA and Labour Court is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on all employment law matters, including recruitment, discipline, terminations, and employee relations.
• Draft, review, and update employment contracts and HR policies to ensure compliance.
• Advise on compliance with BCEA, LRA, and EEA.
• Represent the company in CCMA arbitrations, bargaining council disputes, and labour court litigation.
• Conduct internal investigations into grievances and misconduct.
• Develop and deliver training programs on employment law and HR best practices.
• Advise on retrenchment processes and collective bargaining matters.
• Stay updated on changes in labour legislation and case law.

Skills

Labour law expertise

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Admitted Attorney - High Court SA

Tools

CCMA/arbitration experience

Labour Court procedure

Job description

Placements24, on behalf of a leading national retailer, seeks an Employment Law Specialist to join its legal team on a fully remote basis. You will advise on SA labour legislation, draft contracts, and handle disputes, with emphasis on BCEA, LRA, and EEA.

The role supports HR across the workforce, conducts trainings, and represents the company in CCMA arbitrations and Labour Court matters. Remote in South Africa, preferably based in Soweto or Gauteng, with 5+ years PQE.