Bafana Khumalo

• Delivered comprehensive support and assistance to attorneys, enhancing case management efficiency.

• Expertly drafted correspondences, pleadings, and agreements, ensuring legal precision and compliance.

• Successfully represented a client in magistrate court, securing a divorce decree in a high-stakes divorce matter.

• Conducted in-depth consultations with clients, providing tailored legal advice and strategies.

• Negotiated effectively with a union, achieving consensus on the creation of a new cellphone policy for our client.

• Expertly guided clients through legal processes, ensuring clear understanding and precise instruction gathering.

• Successfully navigated dismissal and condonation cases with strategic acumen.

• Demonstrated proficiency in drafting pleadings and crafting well-reasoned legal opinions.

• Prepared meticulously for CCMA hearings and Labour Court trials, showcasing thorough case preparation skills.

• Skilled in the art of negotiating rescindments and variations of awards or rulings, achieving favorable outcomes.

• Specialized in filing review applications and managing a variety of other legal applications with attention to detail.

• Spearheaded recruitment and employment relations, specializing in misconduct cases and CCMA representation.

• Expertly managed benefits administration and streamlined new employee induction processes.

• Delivered comprehensive secretariat support, adeptly preparing minutes, agendas, and decision registers for key meetings.

• Facilitated trustee and director appointments, ensuring seamless collaboration with service providers for annual reports.

• Enhanced governance protocols by reviewing and updating policies and diligently maintaining interest registers.

• Coordinated the preparation of agendas, rules, and voting protocols for company meetings, ensuring regulatory compliance.

• Orchestrated tender applications, maintained meticulous project registers, and managed effective internal communications.

• Spearheaded recruitment initiatives, including the recommendation, development, and coordination of training and development courses.

• Played a key role in the creation and execution of comprehensive orientation programs for new hires to foster seamless integration.

• Conducted in-depth research and statistical analysis to support the development and implementation of effective HR policies and procedures.

• Oversaw the administration of employee benefits, ensuring comprehensive coverage and employee satisfaction.

• Managed all aspects of Employment Relations, maintaining a harmonious and compliant workplace environment.

• Acted as the company's representative at the MEIBC (Bargaining Council), upholding the organization's interests in negotiations.

• Prepared and organized documentation for Labour Court proceedings, ensuring legal compliance and representation.

• Served as an Executive Member of SAEFA, contributing to strategic decision-making and policy development.

• Participated in salary and wage negotiations as a vital member of the team, advocating for the company's financial interests.

• Accurately recorded minutes during meetings, ensuring detailed documentation and effective communication of proceedings.

• Spearheaded comprehensive Recruitment strategies to attract top talent.

• Expertly managed Employment Relations, fostering a collaborative workplace.

• Administered Benefits with a focus on optimizing employee satisfaction.

• Championed Employee Wellbeing initiatives to promote a healthy work-life balance.

• Directed impactful HR Projects, driving organizational efficiency and effectiveness.

• Implemented Performance Management systems to enhance employee productivity.

• Developed compelling Employee Value Proposition Projects to boost employer branding.

• Led Social and Workplace Engagement Teams, enhancing plant morale and culture.

• Advanced Organisational Development through strategic planning and execution.

• Diligently recorded minutes for disciplinary hearings, grievances, and union-management meetings.

• Conducted interviews with employees to address and mitigate issues impacting morale, health, and productivity.

• Resolved a variety of human and labor relations problems, collaborating with management to implement effective solutions.

• Advised employees on compliance with company policies and government regulations.

• Provided counseling to staff on personal, family, or work-related challenges.

• Informed employees about benefits such as healthcare, insurance, and retirement plans, facilitating their enrollment.

• Organized recreational programs to enhance workplace well-being.

• Led training sessions to bolster technical, managerial, and interpersonal skills among staff.

• Compiled reports detailing employee feedback and organizational responses.

• Served as a liaison at meetings between management and employees, ensuring clear communication and documentation.

• Managed personnel records and forms, ensuring accuracy and compliance through computer systems like SAP.

• Conducted audits of benefit accounts to verify adherence to standards and regulations.

• Mentored and guided a graduate trainee, fostering professional development.

• Provided thoughtful and engaging new employee onboarding presentations to energize workforce and set organizational expectations.
• Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
• Promoted employee engagement with organizational objectives during new employee orientations and industry conventions.
• Coordinated new hire onboarding, completing background checks and reference checks to complete screenings.

• Delivered comprehensive Human Resources support across Sappi Forests, ensuring employee satisfaction and adherence to best practices.

• Counseled line managers on optimal HR strategies, enhancing organizational effectiveness.

• Managed and executed HR benefits administration in strict accordance with company policies.

Exposure to all HR & CSI functions.