Senior Employment Lawyer – Remote SA with Global Practice

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote setup support

Bonuses

Professional development

Flexible hours

Wellness resources

Global exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Senior Employment Lawyer to join a fully remote legal team serving international clients from anywhere in South Africa. You will provide strategic advice on all aspects of South African employment law, draft and review contracts and workplace policies, and advise on collective bargaining and industrial action.

With at least 8 years PQE and SA admission as an Attorney or Advocate, you will represent clients before labour tribunals and courts, stay abreast

Qualifications

• LLB degree or equivalent required.
• Admitted as an SA Attorney or Advocate.
• Minimum 8 years PQE in employment law.
• Experience advising on complex disputes and transactions.
• Knowledge of BCEA and LRA and related legislation.
• Experience before labour tribunals/courts desirable.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice on SA employment law including dismissals and disciplinary processes.
• Draft, review and implement contracts, policies and procedures.
• Advise on collective bargaining and industrial action.
• Represent clients in CCMA, Bargaining Councils, Labour Court and other forums.
• Conduct workplace investigations and advise on outcomes.
• Develop training materials and conduct training on compliance.
• Stay updated on legislative changes and case law.
• Manage multiple client engagements and deliver timely advice.
• Collaborate with remote colleagues and client teams to achieve outcomes.
• Contribute to firm knowledge base.

Skills

Analytical

Negotiation

Communication

Independent work

Education

LLB degree

Tools

Legal research tools

Virtual collaboration platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Senior Employment Lawyer to join a fully remote legal team serving international clients from anywhere in South Africa. You will provide strategic advice on all aspects of South African employment law, draft and review contracts and workplace policies, and advise on collective bargaining and industrial action.

With at least 8 years PQE and SA admission as an Attorney or Advocate, you will represent clients before labour tribunals and courts, stay abreast