Employee Relations Specialist

Recruitment Matters Africa Pvt Ltd

Job Location:

Masvingo - Zimbabwe

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist (Outside Harare) to join their team.

Salary:

Negotiable

Responsibilities:

Responsible for developing implementing and maintaining sound employee relations practices across the business by ensuring legal compliance fair workplace conduct and effective dispute resolution.
The role provides specialist legal and industrial relations expertise represents the company at relevant courts and tribunals and supports leaders to build a culture of trust fairness and constructive employee engagement.
Develop and implement the Employee Relations strategy aligned with Group Human Capital policies and local labour legislation.
Monitor developments in labour law and propose updates to policies procedures and disciplinary codes.
Advise the Head of HC and senior management on trends risks and proactive mitigation measures.
Represent the organisation in statutory hearings arbitrations and court proceedings.
Prepare and submit legal documentation pleadings and evidence for cases involving dismissals unfair labour practices or collective disputes.
Liaise with external legal counsel where necessary to ensure consistent and compliant representation.
Support negotiations with trade unions and employee representatives ensuring alignment with company objectives and labour laws.
Facilitate constructive dialogue to maintain stable industrial relations and prevent work stoppages.
Contribute to the development of industry-level position papers and coordinate with employer associations where relevant.
Provide expert advice to management on disciplinary grievance incapacity and performance management processes.
Support the implementation of fair and transparent workplace practices that promote employee well-being and productivity.
Deliver ER training and awareness programmes for line managers and HR professionals.
Maintain accurate case management records and prepare periodic reports on disputes grievances and ER trends.
Ensure that all actions and outcomes comply with applicable laws company policy and ethical standards.
Monitor and analyses employee relations metrics to identify emerging risks and recommend interventions.

Key Skills:

In-depth knowledge of labour and employment legislation across applicable jurisdiction.
Strong understanding of dispute resolution processes and collective bargaining frameworks.
Excellent drafting skills for contracts agreements and legal documentation.
Strong integrity confidentiality and sound judgement.
Confident assertive communicator able to influence at all levels.
High emotional intelligence with conflict resolution capability.
Strategic thinker with hands-on delivery ability.
Service-oriented and resilient under pressure.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification (essential).
Labour relations or mediation certification (advantageous).
7 10 years of experience in Employee/Industrial Relations or Employment Law.
Proven experience representing companies at Labour Court or equivalent forums

Our client is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist (Outside Harare) to join their team. Salary: Negotiable Responsibilities: Responsible for developing implementing and maintaining sound employee relations practices across the business by ensuring legal compliance fair workplace conduct ...