Job Title
Industrial Psychologist
Location
Western Cape - Milnerton
Job Type
Permanent
Salary : R25 000 – R35 000 per month
Company Overview
The client is a dynamic and growing team of experts in the medico-legal space. They pride themselves on producing credible, high-quality psychological and earnings-related reports while maintaining the highest ethical and professional standards.
Job Summary
The client is seeking a qualified and HPCSA-registered Industrial Psychologist (IP) to join their team. The successful candidate will play a key role in conducting psychological assessments, compiling high-quality medico-legal reports, and providing expert testimony when required. You will work closely with attorneys, earnings specialists, and other professionals to support accurate and fair outcomes in the medico-legal process.
Minimum Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Industrial / Organisational Psychology
- Registered with the HPCSA as an Industrial Psychologist
- 1–3 years’ post-registration experience (open to earlier-career professionals with relevant experience)
Key Responsibilities
Conduct psychological and psychometric assessments of clients.Formulate evidence-based conclusions regarding future career potential and work capacity.Compile professional medico-legal reports aligned with ethical and legal standards.Ensure reports are accurate, credible, unbiased, and delivered on time.Consult with legal representatives and clients (telephonically or in person).Draft joint minutes with fellow experts, including for previously issued reports.Provide expert testimony in court as required.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal developments relevant to Industrial Psychology.Build and maintain professional relationships with attorneys and relevant specialists.Contribute to process improvements, report design, and internal systems.Guide and train internal and external stakeholders as needed.Uphold professional and ethical standards, avoiding groupthink and ensuring independence of opinion.Business and Industry Knowledge
Understanding of medico-legal assessments and reporting standardsFamiliarity with expert testimony and legal proceduresStrong professional writing and communication skillsEffective file and document management skillsKnowledge of psychometric testing and labour market trends (advantageous)Familiarity with SA labour law in psychological assessments (advantageous)Experience working in multidisciplinary teamsPersonal Attributes
Detail-oriented and committed to delivering accurate, high-quality workEthical and impartial with strong professional judgmentConfident and articulate communicator, including in courtroom settingsAnalytical thinker with strong reasoning and problem-solving skillsCalm under pressure, adaptable, and proactiveTeam-oriented and willing to mentor othersOrganised and deadline-driven#J-18808-Ljbffr