Senior Employee Relations Specialist

Placements24; Paarl; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Fully remote work

Medical aid plan

Provident fund contribution

Professional development and legal培训

Generous annual leave

Employee assistance programs

Résumé du poste

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Senior Employee Relations Specialist to join our fully remote team in South Africa. You will advise on investigations, disciplinary processes, grievances, and labor law compliance across the organization.

The ideal candidate has deep SA labour law knowledge, outstanding investigative skills, and the ability to guide HR and management with diplomacy and professionalism in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years in employee relations with investigations focus.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor law (LRA, BCEA, EEA).
• Experience conducting complex workplace investigations and hearings.
• Excellent mediation, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work in a fully remote environment.

Responsabilités

• Lead and conduct investigations into grievances, disciplinary complaints, and ER issues.
• Provide expert advice on employment law, disciplinary procedures, and best practices.
• Develop and refine policies related to conduct, performance, and grievance resolution.
• Facilitate mediation between employees and management for amicable resolutions.
• Ensure compliance with LRA, BCEA, EEA, and SA legislation.
• Deliver training to managers and employees on ER topics.
• Analyze ER trends to identify risks and propose solutions.
• Stay updated on labor law changes and market trends.
• Maintain confidential ER records.
• Support a fair and respectful workplace culture.

Connaissances

Investigations

Advisory services

Employment law

Mediation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Law, Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Employee Relations Specialist to join their fully remote team. This role is critical in advising on and managing complex employee relations matters across the organization, ensuring fairness, compliance, and a positive work environment. You will act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance to HR colleagues and business leaders on investigations, disciplinary processes, grievance handling, and labor law compliance. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional investigative skills, strong legal acumen concerning South African labor legislation, and the ability to navigate sensitive situations with diplomacy and professionalism. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned ER professional to contribute significantly to a remote-first organization dedicated to fostering a fair and respectful workplace. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of employee conduct and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct thorough investigations into employee grievances, disciplinary complaints, and other ER-related issues.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to HR and management on employment law, disciplinary procedures, and best practices for employee relations.
• Develop and refine company policies and procedures related to employee conduct, performance, and grievance resolution.
• Facilitate and mediate disputes between employees and management to achieve amicable resolutions.
• Ensure compliance with the Labour Relations Act, BCEA, EEA, and other relevant South African legislation.
• Develop and deliver training programs to managers and employees on employee relations topics.
• Analyze ER trends and data to identify potential risks and recommend proactive solutions.
• Stay current with changes in labor laws and labor market trends.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of all ER activities and investigations.
• Contribute to building a positive and constructive organizational culture through proactive ER interventions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience focused on employee relations, with a strong emphasis on investigations and advisory services.
• In-depth knowledge and practical application of South African labor law, including the LRA, BCEA, and EEA.
• Proven experience in conducting complex workplace investigations and disciplinary hearings.
• Excellent mediation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Experience working in a fully remote environment is highly advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and manage a demanding workload.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary of ZAR .
• Fully remote work arrangement providing ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical aid plan.
• Generous contribution to a provident fund.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and legal training.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Access to employee assistance programs for personal and professional support.
• A challenging and rewarding role with significant impact.
• Work with a dedicated and experienced remote HR team.