Job Description

Sun International is inviting applications for an Employee Relations Graduate opportunity based in Sandton, Gauteng.

This graduate opportunity is offered through Sun International’s Group PBE department and is designed to help recent graduates launch their careers in Employee Relations.

The successful graduate will gain hands-on experience, exposure to broader PBE functions and practical skills in supporting workplace fairness, employee engagement, collaboration and positive employee-management relationships.

The role is ideal for candidates who are interested in labour relations, HR, employee relations, workplace communication, compliance and people management.

Job Purpose

The Employee Relations Graduate will support the HR function by assisting with the development, implementation and maintenance of positive workplace relationships.

The role provides exposure to employee relations practices, policies and procedures while contributing to a fair, compliant and engaging work environment.

This position is designed to build foundational expertise in handling workplace concerns and promoting effective communication between employees and management.

Exposure Areas

The successful graduate will gain exposure to:

• Employee relations processes and procedures.
• Disciplinary and grievance administration.
• Labour legislation and compliance.
• Industrial relations support.
• Case management and documentation.
• Stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Policy interpretation and implementation.
• CCMA and labour dispute preparation support.

Requirements

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• South African citizenship.
• Matric / Grade 12.
• Completed qualification such as a Diploma, BA or BCom in one of the following fields:
  • Human Resources
  • Business Administration
  • Business Management
  • Management
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good administrative abilities.
• Good analytical abilities.
• Willingness to learn and develop within labour relations and people management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Advantageous

• LLB qualification will be advantageous.

Competencies

• Attention to detail.
• Professionalism.
• Confidentiality.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work within a team.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Time management skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the HR field.

What Sun International Offers

• Structured workplace learning experience.
• Mentorship and coaching.
• Exposure to a leading hospitality and gaming organisation.
• Opportunity to develop practical Employee Relations experience.

Skills

• Employee relations
• Human resources
• Labour relations
• Disciplinary administration
• Grievance administration
• Case management
• Policy interpretation
• Labour legislation
• CCMA preparation support
• Stakeholder engagement
• Microsoft Office
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Administration
• Analytical thinking
• Confidentiality
• Problem-solving
• Professional conduct
• Time management
• Teamwork