Senior Labour & Employment Counsel

Edge Executive Search Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Edge Executive Search Group is looking for an experienced Senior Legal Advisor in Johannesburg. This role requires expertise in labour and employment law to manage complex disputes and provide strategic legal advisory services. The successful candidate will have 5-8 years of post-admission experience and a strong ability to lead negotiations within various legal frameworks. Join a respected professional services environment that values collaboration and growth in legal practices.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of post-admission experience in labour and employment law.
• Proven experience in Labour Court, CCMA, and bargaining council litigation.
• Sound knowledge of South African employment legislation and developments.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in CCMA, Labour Court, and Labour Appeal Court proceedings.
• Draft legal opinions, agreements, and workplace policies.
• Mentor junior legal advisors and manage external counsel.

Skills

Strong advocacy capability

Commercial acumen

Strategic thinking

Excellent drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Mediation skills

Litigation management

Ability to manage high-pressure matters

Education

LLB Degree

Tools

Court Online

Caselines

Electronic filing systems

Job description

Edge Executive Search Group is looking for an experienced Senior Legal Advisor in Johannesburg. This role requires expertise in labour and employment law to manage complex disputes and provide strategic legal advisory services. The successful candidate will have 5-8 years of post-admission experience and a strong ability to lead negotiations within various legal frameworks. Join a respected professional services environment that values collaboration and growth in legal practices.