Remote Senior Employee Relations Manager (SA Labor Law)

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development and training

Fully remote work setup

Company-provided equipment and home IT

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks an experienced Employee Relations Manager for a fully remote role. You will guide management on ER strategy, investigate grievances, and ensure compliant policies across the business.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in HR, Law, or Industrial Psychology, 8+ years in HR with strong IR focus, deep SA labor law knowledge, and proven ability to handle sensitive issues remotely while advising senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HR, Law, Industrial Psychology, or related field.
• 8+ years of HR experience with a strong Employee Relations focus.
• Extensive knowledge of South African labor law and IR practices.
• Experience conducting complex investigations and handling sensitive issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage comprehensive employee relations strategies and policies.
• Conduct investigations into grievances, disciplinary issues, and policy violations.
• Advise HR and management on employee relations matters.
• Ensure fair application of disciplinary procedures and performance management.
• Advise on compliance with South African labor laws (LRA, BCEA, EEA).
• Facilitate conflict resolution and mediation between employees and management.
• Develop and deliver ER training programs and monitor morale and ER risks.
• Maintain records of investigations, grievances, and resolutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Decision-making

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa seeks an experienced Employee Relations Manager for a fully remote role. You will guide management on ER strategy, investigate grievances, and ensure compliant policies across the business.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in HR, Law, or Industrial Psychology, 8+ years in HR with strong IR focus, deep SA labor law knowledge, and proven ability to handle sensitive issues remotely while advising senior leadership.