Senior Labour Law Specialist

5 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa C40 Cities Full time
About the Job

C40 Cities is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Labour Law Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our legal department, you will play a crucial role in advising on labour law matters, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and providing expert guidance to various departments across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic legal advice and guidance on all labour law-related matters to various departments across the business.
  • Draft and review employment contracts, consultancy agreements, employee handbooks, and a variety of HR-related communications to ensure compliance with current labour laws and regulations.
  • Update, maintain, and implement Labour-related policies, processes, and documentation across different jurisdictions (South Africa, United Kingdom, Mauritius).
  • Provide policy interpretation and guidance to the HR and management teams.
  • Conduct investigations into allegations of misconduct, draft charge sheets, and make recommendations on disciplinary actions.
  • Represent the company in dispute resolution, including negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, and, when necessary, litigation.
  • Advice on matters of workplace disputes, employee terminations, and workplace misconduct.
  • Offer consultation and support in the management of labour disputes, including arbitration, CCMA, and labour court proceedings.
  • Conduct internal training on labour law-related topics for management and employees, including labour relations, performance management, and basic conditions of employment.
  • Deliver training sessions to senior leadership and HR teams on best practices in labour relations, compliance, and the management of workplace conflict.
  • Stay up to date with changes in labour legislation and case law to ensure ongoing compliance and risk management.
  • Conduct audits of HR processes to ensure compliance with South African, UK labour legislation, and Mauritius.
  • Assist with statutory and regulatory reporting across jurisdictions.

Requirements:

  • LLB degree from a reputable university, with strong academic achievements.
  • Master's degree in Labour Economics, Labour Law, or a related field is highly desirable.
  • Admitted attorney to the High Court of South Africa.

Experience:

  • 5+ years experience, including a solid foundation of expertise gained while working at a reputable law firm specializing in labour law.
  • Proven ability to handle complex labour law issues and advise on practical solutions.
  • Extensive experience in CCMA and labour court processes and litigation.
  • In-depth knowledge of South African labour legislation (LRA, BCEA, Employment Equity Act, Skills Development Act), and industrial relations practices.
  • Strong ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner to both legal and non-legal stakeholders.
  • A proactive, solutions-focused approach to legal problem-solving.
  • A deep understanding of the current labour market trends, and evolving legislation is essential.
  • Knowledge of the financial services sector would be an advantage but is not essential.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Skills:

  • Strong research and case law interpretation capabilities.
  • Excellent planning, prioritizing, and organizational skills.
  • Superior verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Capacity to function effectively in a structured, high-performing environment.
  • Exceptional negotiation and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks with competing priorities.
  • Strategic thinking with a strong business acumen and ability to anticipate the impact of labour law changes on business operations.
  • High-level interpersonal skills and the ability to foster strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Legal Expertise in Labour Law.
  • Analytical Thinking.
  • Relationship management.
  • Litigation and dispute resolution.
  • Ethical standards and integrity.
  • Organisational and time management skills.
  • Continuous Learning and Development.
  • Teamwork and collaboration.

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