Overview
HR Legal Manager Jobs in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: HR Legal Manager
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
HR Legal Manager
Recruiter:
Intrinsic Consulting Services
Job Ref:
CPT000476/BH
Date posted:
Sunday, May 24, 2026
Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa
Salary:
Monthly
SUMMARY:
JHB/KZN – Legal Manager specialising in the Labour Law discipline required for progressive training company.
POSITION INFO:
Johannesburg / Durban
A progressive training company specialising in compliance training within the financial services sector is seeking an experienced and dynamic Legal / Human Resources Manager to lead the organisation’s legal, labour relations, compliance, and HR functions.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring compliance with labour legislation, managing employee relations, overseeing governance and risk processes, and supporting strategic HR initiatives across the business.
Minimum Requirements:
- LLB Degree or relevant HR / Law qualification
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in Legal, Labour Relations, Compliance, and HR Management
- Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation and corporate governance
- Experience managing CCMA matters, disciplinary processes, and HR operations
- Excellent leadership, drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
- Strong organisational ability and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage legal, labour, litigation, and compliance matters
- Oversee disciplinary hearings, grievances, CCMA cases, and employee relations
- Draft and review contracts, policies, and legal documentation
- Ensure compliance with labour laws, governance, and regulatory requirements
- Lead recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and HR operations
- Develop and maintain governance, risk, and compliance frameworks
This opportunity is ideal for a strategic and solutions-driven professional who is passionate about people, governance, and compliance within a dynamic and purpose-driven environment.
Please note that this position could be based in either Johannesburg Northern Suburbs or Umhlanga.
