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Employee Relations Intern
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South Africa
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Employee Relations Intern
peopleworth
Role Description The Employee Relations Intern will support employment, contractor, policy, process and compliance-related work across varied operating environments. This role is suited to a highly organised, meticulous and proactive graduate who enjoys research, structured thinking, documentation and problem-solving. The role offers exposure to employee relations, industrial relations, employment documentation, workplace processes and country-specific legislative considerations under appropriate guidance. Key Responsibilities - Support the preparation, review and organisation of employee contracts, contractor agreements, templates, forms and related employment documentation. - Conduct structured research into employment legislation, statutory requirements, workplace practices and country-specific compliance considerations. - Assist with the development, review and maintenance of policies, procedures, process maps, guidance documents and internal templates. - Help map clear and practical process routes for matters relating to leave, pay, performance management, performance improvement plans, disciplinary processes, incapacity processes and related employee lifecycle matters. - Support the preparation of research notes, case summaries, documentation packs and timelines for internal processes, investigations, escalations and external proceedings where applicable. - Maintain accurate records, trackers, evidence files and version-controlled documents to support consistency, audit readiness and clear decision-making. - Assist with risk identification by reviewing facts, timelines, documents and relevant guidance to support appropriate next steps. - Coordinate information requests and follow-ups with managers, internal stakeholders, external advisers and consultants where required. - Support the creation of manager guidance and training materials relating to fair, consistent and compliant people management practices. - Contribute to the continuous improvement of employee relations processes by identifying gaps, improving documentation and supporting structured implementation. Qualifications - Completed degree in Human Resources, Employee Relations, Industrial Relations, Business, Law, LLB, Industrial Psychology or a closely related field. - Strong interest in employee relations, industrial relations, employment law, workplace compliance and people processes. - Demonstrated ability to research, read carefully, interpret information and summarise findings clearly. - Excellent attention to detail, with a meticulous and organised approach to documentation and recordkeeping. - Strong written communication skills, including the ability to draft structured notes, guidance documents and process summaries. - Proactive mindset with the ability to take ownership, follow through and seek the correct path without waiting to be prompted. - Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion, professionalism and confidentiality. - Comfortable working remotely and managing tasks across multiple priorities, deadlines and stakeholders. - Strong problem-solving ability, with curiosity and willingness to learn across different legal, legislative and organisational environments. - No prior work experience is required, provided the required qualification and core behavioural strengths are in place. Benefits - Collaborative, people-centred performance culture. - Opportunities to grow in a fast-paced environment. - Structured exposure to employee relations, industrial relations, documentation, compliance research and process development. - Opportunity to build practical capability in a role with meaningful learning, mentorship and development. Company Description The peopleworth Employer Group follows a fair, transparent, and multi-stage recruitment process designed to ensure mutual fit.
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