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Faryn E. — Senior Employment Law Consultant from South Africa

Faryn E.

Senior Employment Law Consultant

South Africa 6+ years
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Faryn E. N. is an accomplished legal professional specializing in employment law and litigation. With extensive experience consulting across various industries such as transport, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, information technology, and wholesale and retail, she adeptly advises on employment and commercial law issues. Her current role as Senior Employee Relations Manager at Nampak Products involves monitoring labor trends and coordinating employee relations strategies, while her concurrent position at Ikigai People (Pty) Ltd highlights her expertise in managing restructuring exercises and developing employee policies. Faryn, a reputable figure in the South African legal domain, has honed her skills in managing complex CCMA and Labour Court disputes, drafting employment-related agreements, and conducting compliance investigations. Her career also includes notable legal consultancy roles at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr Inc. and DLA Piper South Africa, where she further cemented her proficiency in resolving disputes and conducting due diligence investigations. Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Witwatersrand, emphasizing her solid foundation in the field.

Experience

  • Senior Employee Relations Manager

    Nampak Products · 2025 — Present
    Monitored labour trends and recommended policy strategies with a focus on risk management. Managed collective bargaining structures and fostered relationships with leaders of organized labour. Developed and delivered coaching on employee relations and labour law for stakeholders. Implemented employee relations systems to prevent unrest and maintained workplace harmony. Facilitated change management and developed strategies for handling undesirable workplace dynamics.

  • Senior Specialist Employee Relations Consultant

    MultiChoice Support Services · 2023 — 2024
    Executed the Employee Relations Strategy and managed strategic ER projects. Cultivated key stakeholder relationships across business leadership and managed relations with the Department of Labour. Identified and reduced employee relations risks through assessments and feedback. Implemented policies aligned with labour legislation and managed all disciplinary and grievance matters.

  • Senior Specialist Employee Relations and Managing Director

    Ikigai People (Pty) Ltd · 2023 — Present
    Advised multi-national companies on business transfers and provided required legal documentation. Assisted clients with retrenchments, highlighting risks and creating essential documentation. Crafted employee handbooks compliant with employment legislation and oversaw implementation. Conducted workplace misconduct investigations and managed disciplinary cases. Represented clients in CCMA and Labour Court disputes, while training HR and employee relations staff on relevant topics.

  • Legal Consultant / Associate - Employment Department

    Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr Inc. · 2023 — Present
    Provided advice on business transfers and reviewed executive and standard employment agreements. Assisted clients with retrenchment processes, noting associated risks and necessary actions. Advised on diverse employment-related issues, including unfair dismissal, workplace harassment, and compliance with labour legislation.

  • Associate- Employment and Data Protection

    DLA Piper South Africa · 2022 — 2023
    Counseled multi-national companies on business transfers and retrenchment processes while identifying risks and mitigations. Managed CCMA and Labour Court case coordination, including preparing relevant documentation. Conducted training for HR staff on disciplinary procedures, legislative updates, and compliance with various labour laws.

  • Associate

    Maserumule Corporate Employment Law · 2020 — 2020
    Drafted employment-related agreements and reviewed related policies. Provided advice on diverse employment issues, including unfair dismissals and disputes. Conducted training sessions on disciplinary processes and developed necessary workplace policies.

  • Associate-Employment

    Edward Nathan Sonnenbergs Inc. (ENS Africa) · 2018 — 2020
    Managed disputes in CCMA and Labour Court, preparing relevant legal documentation. Addressed strike management issues through urgent paper preparations. Offered guidance on various employment disputes and drafted necessary agreements to comply with current labour law.

  • Candidate Attorney- Employment

    Edward Nathan Sonnenbergs (ENSafrica) · 2016 — 2018
    Admitted as an Attorney in the High Court of South Africa and engaged in various employment-related legal tasks.

Skills & Expertise

Training Material DeveloperEbook WriterLegalParalegal ServicesDaVinci ResolveCompliance

Education

  • Bachelor of Laws (with distinction)
    University of Witwatersrand · — — 2015
  • Bachelor of Arts (Majoring in Law, Political Studies and International Relations)
    University of Witwatersrand · — — 2013
  • Matric
    Jeppe High School for Girls · — — 2009