HR Litigation Manager - Midrand at Dis-Chem Pharmacies

Minimum Requirements:

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Bachelor Degree in law
• Minimum of 4 to 6 years’ experience as a Litigation Specialist

Advantage:

• Post Graduate Qualification in Law and/or Labour Relations
• Litigation management experience in Retail or FMCG Industry

Job Specification:

Litigation Management & Compliance

• Oversee all aspects of the company’s litigation and dispute resolution processes.
• Manage all stages of employment-related litigation, including pre-litigation disputes, administrative proceedings, and court cases.
• Develop and implement litigation strategies to achieve favourable outcomes and minimize legal exposure.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and effective resolution of labour cases.
• Monitor legal developments and trends related to employment law to inform stakeholders and ensure constant compliance.
• Collaborate with HR teams to implement policies, procedures, and training programs aimed at mitigating legal risks and promoting compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations.
• Provide guidance and support management on measures to prevent labour disputes by ensuring proper documentation, disciplinary actions, and employee relations practices.
• Provide training and guidance to HR and management teams on legal compliance matters, including anti-discrimination laws, wage and hour regulations, and employee rights.
• Conduct thorough legal research to support litigation strategies and case preparations.
• Ensure that all litigation activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.

Employee Relations (ER)

• Conduct thorough and impartial investigations into employee complaints, grievances, and allegations of misconduct.
• Recommend appropriate courses of action based on investigation findings, including disciplinary actions, mediation, or legal proceedings.
• Facilitate dispute resolution processes, including mediation and settlement negotiations, to resolve conflicts in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Chair Disciplinary hearings.
• Represent the company in CCMA for, inter alia: Con/Arb processes, Conciliations, Arbitrations and any other matters as they arise.
• Represent the company at various courts as and when required.
• Perform incapacity investigation and processing. (Poor work performance and Ill Health)
• Draft / or perusing of Recognitions agreements/ wage and or any other agreements pertaining to Employee/ Union related matters.

ER Document Administration

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records related to litigation matters, investigations, and legal correspondence.
• Ensure compliance with document retention policies and procedures, including preservation of evidence and confidential information.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and legal counsel regarding litigation status
• Review and/ or any other relevant litigation work to the Labour Court.
• Draft of written correspondence to the Department of Labour.
• Draft of employment Contracts and other Contracts/agreements.
• Prepare reports and presentations on litigation outcomes, trends, and propose recommendations.

Competencies:

Essential

• Sound knowledge of LRA; BCEA; SDLA; OHSA; COIDA; UIA; UI Contribution Act; SDA and EEA
• English – Read, write and speak well
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Be a good negotiator and conflict handler
• Relationship building skills
• Client/Management service skills
• Creative problem solving
• Trustworthy and honest
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multitask Reliability, dependable and responsible Accuracy and efficiency
• Basic computer skills - Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook

Special conditions of employment:

• South African citizen
• Must be able to travel extensively
• MIE, clear criminal and credit
• Driver’s license and/or own reliable transport

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market-related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account