Senior Employment Law Specialist - Remote First

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

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a seasoned Senior Employment Law Specialist to join their fully remote legal team. This pivotal role involves providing expert legal counsel on all employment law matters, ensuring compliance with South African labour legislation across the organization. Operating within a remote-first framework, you will advise HR and management teams on a wide spectrum of employment-related issues, including drafting and reviewing employment contracts, advising on disciplinary processes, and managing complex labour disputes. You will play a crucial role in developing and implementing robust HR policies and procedures that align with legal requirements and promote a fair and productive work environment. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated professional with a deep understanding of the BCEA, LRA, EEA, and other relevant statutes. This position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa, fostering an optimal work-life balance while contributing to the strategic legal direction of the company. The emphasis is on results and expert advisory, unbound by the constraints of a physical office location.

Key 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 the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), Labour Relations Act (LRA), and Employment Equity Act (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.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 6 years of post-qualification experience, specializing in Employment Law.
• Comprehensive knowledge of South African labour legislation and case law.
• Proven experience in representing employers in the CCMA and other forums.
• Excellent drafting skills for employment contracts, policies, and settlement agreements.
• Strong negotiation and mediation skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a remote caseload effectively.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, crucial for remote collaboration.
• Must be eligible to work remotely from **Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, ZA**, or any other location in South Africa.
• Experience with payroll and benefits law is a plus.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering unparalleled flexibility and autonomy.
• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus structure.
• Opportunity to lead and shape employment law strategy for a growing organization.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities tailored for remote professionals.
• Generous leave allowance and paid time off.
• Access to modern collaborative tools and technologies.
• Be a key advisor in fostering a compliant and equitable workplace culture.