Senior Employment Lawyer

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work from anywhere in SA

Private medical aid

Retirement fund contribution

Professional development

Potential partnership opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Employment Lawyer to lead and expand its employment law practice. This fully remote role welcomes experts from across South Africa to provide comprehensive counsel to corporations and executives.

You will handle complex matters, draft policies, represent in disputes, and contribute to business development while enjoying significant autonomy and a path to partnership for exceptional performers.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum of 7 years of dedicated experience in employment law.
• In-depth knowledge of the Labour Relations Act, BCEA, EEA, and other relevant legislation.
• Proven track record in arbitrations and Labour Court litigation.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional communication and client management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting with a demanding workload.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on all aspects of employment law, including drafting contracts, policies and disciplinary procedures.
• Represent employers and employees in arbitrations and Labour Court litigation.
• Develop and deliver training on employment law compliance and best practices.
• Conduct workplace investigations and advise on retrenchments and dismissals.
• Negotiate and draft settlement agreements and collective bargaining agreements.
• Stay abreast of legislative changes and evolving case law in employment relations.
• Manage a caseload of complex matters with autonomy.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and client relationship management.

Skills

Labour law expertise

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Advocacy

Client management

Education

Admitted Attorney, High Court SA

Job description

About the Role

A prominent and forward-thinking law firm in Randburg, Gauteng , is actively seeking a highly experienced Senior Employment Lawyer to lead and expand its employment law practice. This role is designed for an expert in labour law who can provide comprehensive legal counsel to a diverse clientele, including corporations and senior executives. This position is offered with the flexibility of being fully remote, allowing top talent to contribute from anywhere in South Africa. Our client is committed to delivering exceptional legal services and fostering a positive, progressive work environment. This is an outstanding opportunity to shape the future of employment law services within a respected firm, working on complex and impactful cases remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on all aspects of employment law, including drafting employment contracts, policies, and disciplinary procedures.
• Represent employers and employees in labour disputes, CCMA arbitrations, and Labour Court litigation.
• Develop and deliver training on employment law compliance and best practices.
• Conduct workplace investigations and advise on retrenchments and dismissals.
• Negotiate and draft settlement agreements and collective bargaining agreements.
• Stay abreast of legislative changes and evolving case law in employment relations.
• Manage a caseload of complex employment law matters with a high degree of autonomy.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and client relationship management.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• Minimum of 7 years of dedicated experience in employment law.
• In-depth knowledge of the Labour Relations Act, BCEA, EEA, and other relevant legislation.
• Proven track record in representing clients in arbitrations and litigation in the Labour Court.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional communication and client management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a demanding workload in a remote setting.
• Experience in advising multinational corporations is a plus.

Benefits

This fully remote position comes with a highly competitive salary, complemented by performance-based bonuses. Our client provides a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical aid and a substantial retirement fund contribution. The firm is dedicated to the continuous professional development of its lawyers, offering access to advanced legal training, resources, and virtual conferences. This role offers significant autonomy, the ability to build a practice, and the flexibility to work from home, all while being part of a prestigious legal team that values expertise and innovation. Future partnership opportunities exist for exceptional candidates.