Industrial Relations Specialist Bothaville

We are looking for a self-motivated and driven individual with thorough knowledge of all labour legislation, labour consulting and dispute resolution procedures.Duties & Responsibilities

• Proactively consult and advise clients within various industry sectors regarding labour compliance, labour matters and labour procedures.
• Drafting of documents such as contracts of employment, policies, procedures and correspondence.
• Liaison with the Department of Labour, CCMA, Bargaining Councils, Union Officials and other stakeholders.
• Represent clients during union meetings, employee meetings and labour negotiations and identify possible solutions to conflicts.
• Conduct retrenchments and grievance meetings and advise clients on the process thereto.
• Chair disciplinary hearings with a focus on procedural and substantive fairness.
• Preparing for and representing clients during conciliation and arbitration proceedings at the CCMA or Bargaining Council.
• Drafting pleadings : rescission / condonation applications and heads of argument etc.
• Interpret the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, the Labour Relations Act, Sectoral Determinations and various other Collective Agreements / Main Agreements and national acts.
• Maintaining and building strong client relationships as well as networking and providing introductions for new prospective clients.
• Growth of the business.
• Be willing to travel provincially and / or nationally, which may include "over-nighting".Desired Experience & QualificationExtensive knowledge and experience with labour legislation, collective agreements and CCMA proceedings;At least 2 years' experience as a Labour Consultant.Relevant tertiary qualifications will be advantageous.Valid driver's licence.Critical skills : Communication (written and spoken – English), planning, organising and coordinating, good timekeeping, decisive thinking abilities, ability to work under pressure and strong writing skills.Knowledge of computer operations and programs (in Ms Word, Outlook, and Excel).Ability to identify opportunities to grow the business.

J Ljbffr