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SUMMARY:
Our client is currently in the market to appoint an Industrial Relations Adviser with excellent expertise representing employees in various labour disputes

POSITION INFO:

Minimum Requirements of the Role:

A Degree in Labour Law/ LLB and 3 years’ extensive experience in Industrial Relations 

Must have sufficient knowledge of grievance processes, S189 and S189A processes.

Excellent representation skills in  disciplinary hearings, conciliations and arbitrations.

Must have at least two years experience in representing members in Arbitration.

Must be able to hit the ground running and deal with pressure from day one!

Advanced understanding and / or experience in interpretation of employment contracts and agreements

Dealing with conflict and grievance resolution

Experience in a trade union environment is a must

Collective bargaining and health and safety / employee wellbeing

A valid driver''''s licence

Willing and able to travel extensively and on short notice (Able to stay out of the home for short trips)

Skilled in daily Planning and Administration Desired Skills

Time Management and prioritising

Must have excellent negotiation skills. 

Must have excellent ability to interpret Case Law and keep up to date with the latest Labour Court, Labour Appeal Court and Constitutional Court rulings 

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Responsibilities:

Member Representation / Legal Advice:

Represent members at disciplinary hearings

Retrenchment Proceedings, Conciliations and Arbitrations

Provide legal advice and / or representation to members with regard to disciplinary hearings, workplace conflict, retrenchment processes and grievance disputes

Appeal Hearings

Grievances

Retrenchments

Conciliations

Arbitration Member Satisfaction:

Interact and resolve queries from members reporting and accountability

Will be held responsible for any / all decisions once it is made

Will maintain an open and honest channel of communication with the Manager and Legal Department at all times

Disciplinary Processes

Dispute Resolution: Mediation; Conciliation and Arbitration

Research

Administration - Report writing

Advanced understanding and application of Labour Law

Ability to build positive relations through collaboration and diplomacy

Analytical qualities required

Able to work in a challenging, fast paced and high-pressure work environment (willing to work long hours when required)

Representation of members during arbitrations at the Dispute Resolution Centre (DRC) and / or the CCMA

Adaptable - able to interact at both low/high management levels

Ability to deal with complex and sensitive issues

Reporting:

Directly to the Manager: Legal Department Arbitrations

Package:  Market related depending on experience and qualifications, plus benefits

Should you not have received a response to your application within two weeks of submitting your CV, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your CV will be kept on file for any further suitable positions.