Duties and Responsibilities
Co-ordinate and manage the legal process with regard to the enforcement of the MIBCO Collective Agreements in the region.
Manage claims instituted against an establishment as a result of legal action
Prepare case files for hearings, attends conciliation and arbitration hearings and presents MIBCO's case ensure that the collective agreement is maintained
Manages quality control of legal activities in a region
Manages external legal service providers and monitoring compliance with MIBCO standard operating procedures.
Assist with any other function as per Manager's instruction
Filing Variation Applications where Commissioners errors occur on Arbitration Awards
Interpretation of Awards
Opposing Rescission Applications and filing notices with the DRC
Verifying and withdrawing finalized cases in legal process
Referring unpaid Settlement Agreement as per Section 142 process / negotiating and finalizing administrative settlements
Compile and draft heads of arguments and applications
Attend monthly Regional Board meetings
Compiling legal recommendation to Regional Council
Assessing Provident Fund Exemption Applications
Knowledge/Experience/Skills/Requirements
2-3 years' experience in the field of Labour Law
Knowledge specifically with regards to Bargaining Councils and Collective Agreements
At least 1-2 years knowledge and experience of the dispute resolution and LRA within bargaining council environment.
Knowledge of the civil procedure.
Staff management experience
Ability to compile Legal statistical reports for Agenda submissions
Ability to interpret and apply/ enforce the Mibco agreements
Above average verbal and written communication and listening skills
Ability to build strong effective relationships with all stakeholders, i.e. existing clients and potential clients as well as internal stakeholders, i.e. colleagues and management
Good decision making and problem-solving skills
Good analytical skills with attention to detail
Strong negotiation and report writing skills.
Excellent administration skills
Good organizational and planning skills
Judgment and decision-making ability
Accuracy and attention to detail
Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards
Demonstrated competency hiring, developing and evaluating employees to achieve organisational and personal objectives
Manages time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities
Team player who works productively with wide range of people
Qualifications
4-year Law Degree from a recognized tertiary institution
Admitted Attorney
Proven history of profit and loss management to maximize financial performance
Strong project management and multi-tasking skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Computer Literacy (Ms Office suite – Word, excel, PowerPoint)
Valid unendorsed driver's license.
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