Senior Employment Lawyer (Remote, SA)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Professional development budget

Virtual team environment

Exposure to diverse matters

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Employment Lawyer to join its remote legal team. The role focuses on advising on South African employment law, handling disputes, drafting contracts and policies, and ensuring BCEA/LRA compliance from anywhere within South Africa.

You will represent clients at CCMA, bargaining councils, and the Labour Court, guide disciplinary processes, retrenchments, and provide training, with a remote caseload and strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with at least 6 years of dedicated employment law experience.
• Proven track record in handling complex employment disputes and litigation.
• Strong knowledge of the BCEA, LRA and related legislation; excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal counsel on all aspects of South African employment law.
• Draft, review, and advise on employment contracts, policies, and procedures.
• Represent clients in the CCMA, bargaining councils, and Labour Court.
• Advise on disciplinary inquiries, retrenchments, and grievance procedures.
• Conduct employment law training sessions for clients.
• Stay abreast of legislative changes and provide proactive advice to mitigate risks.

Skills

Employment law expert

Drafting contracts

Dispute resolution

Litigation experience

Remote caseload management

Education

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Employment Lawyer to join its remote legal team. The role focuses on advising on South African employment law, handling disputes, drafting contracts and policies, and ensuring BCEA/LRA compliance from anywhere within South Africa.

You will represent clients at CCMA, bargaining councils, and the Labour Court, guide disciplinary processes, retrenchments, and provide training, with a remote caseload and strong client relationships.