Industrial Relations Advisory is a highly specialised service focused on managing and optimizing the complex, collective relationship between employers, employees, and trade unions. This area is governed by the Labour Relations Act (LRA) and deals primarily with collective bargaining, the management of organizational rights, handling industrial action, and maintaining a stable workplace environment. Our goal is to foster constructive labour relations that minimize disruptive conflict and promote productivity while ensuring compliance with all statutory duties.

Our firm advises businesses on union recognition disputes, structuring effective collective agreements, and legally managing strikes or lock-outs. We act as negotiators and strategic advisors, helping clients navigate the intricacies of Bargaining Councils and the statutory requirements for fair industrial relations. Proactive advice in this area is essential to prevent costly work stoppages and protracted legal battles.

Key areas of our Industrial Relations Advisory expertise include:

• 🔹 Collective Bargaining Strategy: Developing negotiation mandates and representing employers in wage negotiations, conditions of service, and other collective agreements with trade unions.
• 🔹 Industrial Action Management: Advising employers on the legality of strikes and lock-outs, securing interdicts against unlawful action, and managing essential services requirements during disputes.
• 🔹 Union Organizational Rights: Managing disputes and negotiations regarding the recognition of trade unions, access rights, and the deduction of union subscriptions (stop-order facilities).
• 🔹 Bargaining Council Compliance: Advising businesses on their statutory obligations under various industry Bargaining Council agreements, including extended minimum terms and conditions.
• 🔹 Workplace Forum Establishment: Assisting employers with the legislative requirements for establishing and managing Workplace Forums as consultation bodies.