Remote-First Senior Employment Lawyer – SA Labour Law Expert

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses based on performance

Medical & retirement benefits

Remote-friendly environment

Career development opportunities

Challenging, high-impact work

Global exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Employment Lawyer to join a remote-first legal team. You will provide expert counsel on SA employment law across the organization, covering recruitment, contracts, disciplinary processes, grievances, terminations, collective bargaining and litigation.

The role supports operations that may extend regionally within North West and beyond. The ideal candidate will have extensive employment law experience, strong advisory and negotiation skills, and

Qualifications

• Must be admitted as an attorney in SA with 8+ years of post-qualification experience in employment/labour law.
• Deep knowledge of South African labour legislation and case law.
• Experience advising on complex employment disputes and litigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert employment law advice, including drafting and interpreting contracts and policies.
• Manage disciplinary and grievance procedures with fairness and compliance.
• Represent the company in CCMA and Labour Court proceedings.
• Advise on retrenchment processes, restructurings and related implications.
• Develop and deliver training on employment law for HR and management.
• Conduct legal risk assessments and implement liability mitigation strategies.
• Stay updated on labour law changes and provide proactive updates.
• Assist with negotiations and agreements with trade unions.
• Oversee compliance with BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA and related legislation.

Skills

Negotiation

Advocacy

Communication

Independent work

Remote collaboration

Education

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Employment Lawyer to join a remote-first legal team. You will provide expert counsel on SA employment law across the organization, covering recruitment, contracts, disciplinary processes, grievances, terminations, collective bargaining and litigation.

The role supports operations that may extend regionally within North West and beyond. The ideal candidate will have extensive employment law experience, strong advisory and negotiation skills, and