Senior Employment Law Counsel - Remote SA

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary & bonus structure

Professional development opportunities

Generous leave allowance

Access to modern collaboration tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Employment Law Specialist to join our fully remote legal team. You will provide expert guidance on SA employment law, draft contracts, advise on disciplinary matters, and manage complex labour disputes.

The ideal candidate is an Admitted Attorney with 6+ years post-qualification experience and deep knowledge of BCEA, LRA, EEA, and related statutes. You will work autonomously from anywhere in South Africa, shaping employment law strategy.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 6 years post-qualification experience, specializing in Employment Law.
• Comprehensive knowledge of South African labour legislation and case law.
• Proven experience representing employers in CCMA and related forums.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on all aspects of South African employment law.
• Draft, review, and update employment contracts, policies, and procedures.
• Advise on disciplinary actions, performance management, and terminations.
• Represent the company in conciliation and arbitration proceedings at the CCMA and bargaining councils.
• Conduct investigations into employee grievances and misconduct allegations.
• Manage compliance with BCEA, LRA, and EEA.
• Advise on retrenchment processes and corporate restructures.
• Develop and deliver training programs on employment law for managers and HR personnel.
• Stay abreast of legislative changes and provide proactive advice on potential impacts.

Skills

Employment Law

Contract drafting

Disciplinary processes

Remote work management

CCMA representation

Education

Law degree (LLB) and admitted attorney

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Employment Law Specialist to join our fully remote legal team. You will provide expert guidance on SA employment law, draft contracts, advise on disciplinary matters, and manage complex labour disputes.

The ideal candidate is an Admitted Attorney with 6+ years post-qualification experience and deep knowledge of BCEA, LRA, EEA, and related statutes. You will work autonomously from anywhere in South Africa, shaping employment law strategy.