Duties:

Identification of risk and mitigation
Financial management and control within the unit
Management of people within the unit including performance management.
Provide a practical and legal advisory service;
Institute and defend legal action;
Ensure all contractual authorizations;
Compile the Commissioner practical procedure and case law manuals;
Provide ongoing support to Commissioners and also monitor reviews in the labour courts
Be involved in recommending amendments to the LRA and the rules of the organization
Develop and execute legal strategy.
Represent the organization in courts including at the CCMA initiate/prosecute in disciplinary processes

Skills

Expert drafting and contract negotiation, preparation, project management and administration skills.
Knowledge of labour, company and commercial law with expertise in drafting contracts and structuring commercial transactions.
High-level understanding of relevant domestic and foreign regulatory requirements and their impact on the labour market.
Must be able to translate and communicate legal knowledge for a non-legal audience.
Team leadership and management capabilities.
exceptional team leadership and management capabilities;
Solution-focused with strong analytical, attention to detail and connective thinking skills;
Able to identify and mitigate legal risks;
Excellent written and verbal communication, influencing, facilitation, negotiation and presentation skills;
Assertive, resilient and able to work under pressure.
Interpersonally agile and strong at building relationships and networks at all levels;
Able to work independently, engage professionally with external stakeholders and internal stakeholders; and
Deadline driven, adaptable to change and able to navigate ambiguity and deal with the unexpected

Qualifications:

LLB Degree or any other Law degree
5 to 8 years’ experience in law and managerial skills
Admitted Attorney or Advocate
Experience in court litigation will be an advantage
Extensive knowledge of all relevant employment laws and contract law