Labour Law Litigator

We currently have an exciting position available for Labour Law Litigator, to be working within our Head Office.

You are responsible for

Inclusive of, but not limited to:

Attending to all client matters and all phases of litigation matters/cases from the investigation, discovery, assessment phase through the pre-arbitration, conciliation, settlement, mediation, and arbitration processes.

Client Management:

• Billing target achieved as per BSC
• Providing Labour related Legal advice to Clients
• Discussing complex cases / disputes with Clients
• Analysing risk and probable dispute outcomes
• Assist with research on most recent case law
• Assist Clients with the preparation for different disputes
• The application of and/or interpreting laws, rules and regulations relating to dispute resolution
• Drafting correspondence to Clients, the CCMA/Council, Union Officials and other employee representatives.
• Gathering and compiling evidence, analysing evidence and the preparation of witness testimonies
• Representing Clients at conciliation, con/arb, and arbitration level as well as pre-arbitration proceedings
• Assist in settlement of disputes
• Update cases (Litigation) on CMS
• Various other responsibilities, including, but not limited to those specified herein and other requests and instructions from time to time

Quality:

• Matter files are in line with the required standard.

Client Retention:

• Maintain a high (As per BSC) success ratio in disputes assigned to you.

Package & Remuneration:

Salary: As per Career path for Senior Support Consultant 
Benefits: As part of the Labournet team, you’ll enjoy benefits designed to support your wellbeing and career growth. These include a wellness programme that covers up to 8 family members or friends, partner discounts, structured career paths, accredited training, study assistance, retirement and group risk benefits, hybrid work options for applicable roles, as well as a suit-up and vehicle branding allowance where relevant.

Take the next step in your career with Labournet – where people are empowered, purpose drives everything we do, and our platform enables real impact. If you're ready to grow, innovate, and help shape the future of work in South Africa, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

You'll need a customer-first mindset and the following skills to succeed in this role:

• B-Degree in IR/Law/HR/Industrial psychology or related field
• At least 1 years’ experience within Labour Law at LabourNet
• Up to date with LAPs
• Eagerness to learn the ins and outs of Labour Law 
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) 
• Must be able to effectively function within a pressurized and fast-paced environment 
• If less than 1 Year Service and/or LAPs not up to date - An LLB with Litigation Related Experience / Track record and LAP catch up plan is essential.
• Maintain average performance of 90%
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle is essential