Senior Employment Lawyer — Remote (South Africa)

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary package

Medical aid contributions

Retirement fund contributions

Continuous professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Employment Lawyer to join the legal team on a fully remote basis. You will handle all SA employment law matters, draft contracts and policies, represent the company in disputes, and advise on HR strategy.

This is a senior, in-house role requiring independence and strong ethical standards. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of SA employment law experience, Admission as an Attorney or Advocate, and deep knowledge of LRA, BCEA, Skills Development Act and EE Act.

Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent is required.
• Admission as Attorney or Advocate with practising certificate is required.
• 7+ years of employment law experience in South Africa are required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Labour Relations Act, BCEA, Skills Development Act, EE Act.
• Proven representation experience in CCMA and bargaining council disputes.
• Experience drafting complex employment contracts and policies.
• Strong analytical, negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on all employment-related matters including hiring, discipline, grievances, dismissals and retrenchments.
• Draft, review and update employment contracts, policies and procedures.
• Represent the company in CCMA and bargaining council conciliation/arbitration.
• Advise HR and management on complex labour law issues and strategic workforce planning.
• Conduct internal investigations into employee misconduct and guide disciplinary processes.
• Stay updated on changes in employment legislation and best practices.
• Develop and deliver training programs on employment law to management and staff.
• Manage legal aspects of restructuring and organizational changes.
• Advise on employment aspects of corporate transactions such as mergers and acquisitions.
• Ensure compliance with affirmative action and other B-BBEE requirements.

Education

LLB or equivalent

Admission as Attorney or Advocate with practising certificate

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Employment Lawyer to join the legal team on a fully remote basis. You will handle all SA employment law matters, draft contracts and policies, represent the company in disputes, and advise on HR strategy.

This is a senior, in-house role requiring independence and strong ethical standards. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of SA employment law experience, Admission as an Attorney or Advocate, and deep knowledge of LRA, BCEA, Skills Development Act and EE Act.