Senior Employment Law Specialist – CCMA & Policy (Soweto)

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contribution

Provident fund

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, South Africa, seeks an Employment Law Specialist with deep SA labour law expertise to guide HR and management on contracts, disciplinary processes, and compliance. The role requires strategic advice, strong negotiation skills, and experience with CCMA and Bargaining Councils.

You will help minimise legal risks and promote compliant employee relations, collaborating with HR partners, management, and operations across Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with post-admission experience in employment and labour law.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience representing employers in CCMA and Bargaining Councils.
• Ability to work independently and manage a significant caseload.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on all aspects of South African employment law.
• Draft, review, and update employment contracts, policies, and procedures.
• Advise on and manage disciplinary hearings, performance management, and grievances.
• Represent the company in conciliation and arbitration proceedings at the CCMA and Bargaining Councils.

Education

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, South Africa, seeks an Employment Law Specialist with deep SA labour law expertise to guide HR and management on contracts, disciplinary processes, and compliance. The role requires strategic advice, strong negotiation skills, and experience with CCMA and Bargaining Councils.

You will help minimise legal risks and promote compliant employee relations, collaborating with HR partners, management, and operations across Gauteng.