Employment Equity & Skills Development Senior SpecialistLocation: Johannesburg| Lead Transformation with PurposeAre you a trailblazer in Employment Equity and Skills Development? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative consultancy environment that partners with some of the biggest names on the JSE and across global markets?Looking for a dynamic, driven, and detail-oriented thought leader to lead and grow our EE & Skills Development business units, delivering exceptional value to our clients and advancing transformation across South Africa.What You'll Be Doing:You'll head up a critical business unit, drive growth, mentor junior consultants, and guide clients through complex EE and Skills Development landscapes with authority and insight.Key Responsibilities:Lead & Grow: Take charge of the Employment Equity & Skills Development divisions, including strategy, business development, budgeting, and team leadership.Client Engagement: Deliver expert consulting to a range of high-profile clients, while managing key stakeholder relationships (Department of Labour, SETAs, accreditation bodies, and more).Consulting & Compliance: Guide EE committees, facilitate training, develop EE plans and WSP/ATR reports, and ensure full compliance with Employment Equity and Skills Development legislation.Thought Leadership: Represent Transcend on panels, forums, and webinars as a respected voice in transformation, EE, and skills development.Training & Audits: Deliver world-class training material and support clients through audits and Department of Labour inspections.What Were Looking For:An experienced, proactive, and highly organised professional with exceptional communication skills and a deep understanding of the EE Act, Skills Development Act, and B-BBEE frameworks.Must-Haves:Registered Skills Development FacilitatorExtensive consulting experience in EE & Skills DevelopmentKnowledge of B-BBEE scorecards, WSP/ATR reporting, and SETA liaisonExperience leading teams and mentoring junior consultantsProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)Fluent in English with outstanding verbal and written skillsSoft Skills:Detail-obsessed and structuredDeadline-driven with high initiativeGreat under pressure and an outstanding problem-solverBuilds long-lasting client relationships with easeWhy Join ?Work with top-tier multinational and JSE-listed clientsBe part of a mission-driven, transformation-focused consultancyThrive in a collaborative, high-performance cultureGrow your career as a leader and changemaker
