Senior Employment Lawyer - Remote

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible hours

Private medical aid

Life insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Senior Employment Lawyer to join its legal team on a fully remote basis. You will provide expert advice on employment law, manage disputes, and advise on HR matters and contracts.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of SA labor law experience, excellent negotiation and advocacy skills, and the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with at least 7 years in employment law.
• Proven track record in complex employment litigation and advisory matters.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor legislation and case law.
• Excellent negotiation and advocacy skills, with remote-working capability.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice on all aspects of employment law, including dismissals, disciplinary actions, and grievances.
• Draft, review, and update employment contracts, policies, and procedures.
• Represent the company in labor disputes, CCMA proceedings, and bargaining council negotiations.
• Advise HR and management on compliance with the Labour Relations Act and BCEA.
• Conduct internal investigations into workplace misconduct and disputes.
• Stay current with legislative changes and provide proactive compliance guidance.

Skills

Employment law expertise

Negotiation & advocacy

Litigation management

Remote/autonomous work

Education

Admitted Attorney in South Africa

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Employment Lawyer to join their legal team on a fully remote basis. This role is responsible for providing expert legal advice and strategic guidance on all aspects of employment law to the organization. You will manage complex employment-related disputes, ensure compliance with labor legislation, and advise on policy development, HR matters, and employment contracts. The ideal candidate is a seasoned legal professional with extensive knowledge of South African labor law, excellent advocacy skills, and the ability to work autonomously and effectively in a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice on all aspects of employment law, including dismissals, disciplinary actions, and grievances.
• Draft, review, and update employment contracts, policies, and procedures.
• Represent the company in labor disputes, CCMA proceedings, and bargaining council negotiations.
• Advise HR and management on compliance with the Labour Relations Act and BCEA.
• Conduct internal investigations into workplace misconduct and disputes.
• Stay current with legislative changes and provide proactive compliance guidance.

Requirements

• Admitted attorney with a minimum of 7 years of specialized experience in employment law.
• Proven track record in handling complex employment litigation and advisory matters.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labor legislation and case law.
• Excellent negotiation, mediation, and advocacy skills.Ability to work independently, manage priorities effectively, and deliver results in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with extensive experience.
• Fully remote working opportunity with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive private medical aid and life insurance.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and supportive virtual team environment.