Labour Law
Labour law in South Africa refers to the body of laws, regulations, and practices that govern the relationship between employers, employees, and trade unions.
Main Purpose
Its main purpose is to balance the interests of workers and employers, promote fair labour practices, and protect the rights of all parties involved in the employment relationship.
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Over the many years, Labour Law in South Africa has become increasing complex and difficult for both employers as well as employees alike. AS Consulting has had an extensive background and deep experience in dealing with Labour Law matters across this complex spectrum. We have experience in dealing with both small and larger companies, assisting them with various services that are required to keep these businesses compliant as well as proactive with regards Labour Law and its ever-changing requirements.
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We assist with drafting or reviewing company’s employment agreements and advise on Labour challenges as and when they arise. We are also able to assist you with employee disciplinary processes, from initiation to completion. We also act as an independent chairperson for company-employee disciplinary hearings and will provide a professional independent opinion on the outcome of such disciplinary hearings.
Key Services
Furthermore, we provide the following services that are key-critical and crucial for the adoption of robust labour consulting practices within a business, as follows:
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​Drafting of agreements: Fixed Term Employment Agreements
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Drafting of Full-time/permanent Employment Agreement
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Drafting of Part-time Employment Agreements
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​Drafting of a Code of Conduct (either standard or specific to your business and industry)
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Drafting or review of written warnings
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Drafting, structuring or review of general company policies and procedures
Labour law in South Africa is designed to create a fair, equitable, and productive working environments. This does not always occur and as such AS Consulting has become the preferred, go-to advisory firm to work with for ensuring that your company, its shareholders and management are protected by complying with the complex Labour Law requirements, as set aside by the South African government.