Senior Employment Law Advisor — Port Elizabeth

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a skilled Legal Advisor with Employment Law expertise to join our dedicated legal team. This full-time role requires providing strategic advice to HR and management on the employment lifecycle and representing the company in labor disputes.

The ideal candidate is an admitted attorney with at least five years’ experience in SA employment law, and a proven track record in CCMA and Bargaining Council proceedings, ensuring a fair, compliant workplace.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court with at least 5 years' experience in Employment Law.
• Extensive knowledge of South African labor legislation and case law.
• Experience advising on CCMA and Bargaining Council proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on all aspects of employment law, including contracts and terminations.
• Draft and update employment contracts and HR policies.
• Represent the company in CCMA, bargaining councils, and labor courts.
• Ensure compliance with BCEA, LRA, EEA and other labor laws.
• Conduct internal investigations and guide on grievances and disputes.

Skills

Employment law

Legal advice

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Contract drafting

Education

Admitted Attorney

Job description

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a skilled Legal Advisor with Employment Law expertise to join our dedicated legal team. This full-time role requires providing strategic advice to HR and management on the employment lifecycle and representing the company in labor disputes.

The ideal candidate is an admitted attorney with at least five years’ experience in SA employment law, and a proven track record in CCMA and Bargaining Council proceedings, ensuring a fair, compliant workplace.