South African Legal Job Market – March 2024
Rob Green from The GRM Group provides an overview of the top legal positions available for lawyers and legal professionals in South Africa in 2024. This video will provide tips on how to land legal...
View ArticleUnderstanding permanent vs fixed term employment contracts
Introduction Fixed term contracts play a significant role in the employment landscape, providing flexibility to both employers and employees. However, issues surrounding the expectations of permanent...
View ArticleNavigating the path to equitable retirement in South Africa
While the impending introduction of the Two-Pot Retirement System marks a significant milestone in addressing the reality that only six per cent of South Africans can currently retire comfortably,...
View ArticleUnfair dismissal of elderly: Seokwane v Bidvest Prestige Cleaning Services
Introduction: In South Africa, laws prohibit unfair discrimination in employment based on age. However, certain provisions allow for fair dismissal upon reaching the normal or agreed retirement age....
View ArticlePublic sector pension funds under the spotlight
Proposed amendments to various pieces of legislation governing public sector pension funds have been drawn up. In a statement, national treasury confirmed that the “amendments provide the necessary...
View ArticleAn upward adjustment to the earnings threshold in 2024
Employers and employees must take note that the Minister of Employment and Labour has announced an upward adjustment to the earnings threshold in terms of section 6(3) of the Basic Conditions of...
View ArticleNavigating the hidden risks of hiring
In today’s competitive business landscape, hiring the right talent is crucial for organisational success. However, it’s not without its challenges. The risks associated with hiring the wrong employee...
View ArticleSouth African legal jobs, in-house counsel, practice, legal tech jobs, what’s...
Our monthly delve into the South African legal job market is a quick one this month. Brought to you by thegrmgroup.com and golegal.co.za, in association with Rob Green. We deep dive into the legal job...
View ArticleThe rotten apple at work – Intolerable employees
Employment relationships in South Africa are perceived as difficult at the best of times. If things go “pear shaped” and a disciplinary hearing follows suit, many employers assume that once an act of...
View Article2024 National List of Occupations in High Demand compiled
The 2024 National List of Occupations in High Demand has been compiled. The higher education and training department published the List in Government Gazette 50510. The National List is designed to...
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