Senior Industrial Relations Strategist

Boardroom Appointments; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments seeks an Industrial Relations (IR) Manager with a minimum of five years in IR/ER management. The role requires an LLB or related HR/IR degree, strong knowledge of labour legislation, CCMA/NBCRFLI processes and the ability to draft and file procedures.

You will represent the company in CCMA/NBCRFLI matters, train line management in investigations and hearings, and prepare IR reports for the Board.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in an IR/ER management role.
• LLB or admitted attorney advantageous; HR/IR related degree preferred.
• Degree/diploma in HR, Industrial Psychology or Labour Relations.
• Valid driver's license and clear ITC/criminal record.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Draft applications/notices for CCMA, NBCRFLI or Labour Court and manage related filings.
• Represent the company at CCMA/NBCRFLI matters and coordinate with external counsel.
• Train line management in IR matters, investigations and hearings.
• Prepare monthly IR reports and Board submissions when required.
• Draft external communications to unions or attorneys and monitor legislative changes.
• Ensure compliance with HR/IR policies and fair processes across the business.
• Investigate misconduct, manage suspensions, notices and dismissal processes.
• Handle misconduct, incapacity and retrenchment matters from start to finish.
• Manage attendance, sick leave abuse and absenteeism; support IR representation at hearings.

Skills

IR management

Communication

MS Office

Labour law

CCMA NBCRFLI

Independent work

Education

LLB degree

HR/IR degree

Job description

Boardroom Appointments seeks an Industrial Relations (IR) Manager with a minimum of five years in IR/ER management. The role requires an LLB or related HR/IR degree, strong knowledge of labour legislation, CCMA/NBCRFLI processes and the ability to draft and file procedures.

You will represent the company in CCMA/NBCRFLI matters, train line management in investigations and hearings, and prepare IR reports for the Board.