Labour Lawyer (Logistics and Supply Chain Sector)

About the role

This position requires a specialist in South African employment law to support a logistics and supply chain operation. The lawyer will act as a key risk mitigator, ensuring statutory compliance and protecting the company's labour and commercial interests.

Key responsibilities

• Review, draft and finalize employment contracts, independent contractor agreements and service level agreements.
• Identify and eliminate legal loopholes and compliance gaps in offer documentation.
• Maintain and update standardized employment templates in line with changing legislation.
• Represent the company at CCMA conciliations, arbitrations and labour court proceedings.
• Oversee complex disciplinary enquiries, chair hearings and advise line management on fair procedures.
• Handle union negotiations, collective bargaining and strike/lockout management within the logistics sector.
• Ensure strict adherence to the LRA, BCEA, EEA, OHSA and relevant bargaining council agreements.
• Provide pragmatic, commercially sound legal advice to senior leadership and operations management.
• Formulate, audit and update internal HR policies and operational rulebooks.

Required profile

• BCom Law or LLB degree.
• Minimum 5 years post‑qualification experience in South African labour law.
• Direct experience in logistics, supply chain, warehousing or heavy industry is highly advantageous.
• Proven stable work history demonstrating long‑term commitment.
• Meticulous attention to detail with zero tolerance for errors in contract drafting.
• High proficiency in both Afrikaans and English.
• Resilience and ability to work under intense pressure with demanding stakeholders.

Required skills

• Deep knowledge of the Labour Relations Act (LRA), Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), Employment Equity Act (EEA), Skills Development Act (SDA) and related dispute‑resolution frameworks.
• Experience handling CCMA and bargaining council matters.
• Strong contract‑vetting and legal documentation skills.