Job Description

Job Title: Industrial Psychologist

Location:

Western Cape - Milnerton

Job Type:

Permanent

Salary:

R25 000 - R35 000 per month

Company Overview

The client is a dynamic and growing team of experts in the medico-legal space. They pride themselves on producing credible, high-quality psychological and earnings-related reports while maintaining the highest ethical and professional standards.

Job Summary

The client is seeking a

qualified and HPCSA-registered Industrial Psychologist (IP)

to join their team. The successful candidate will play a key role in conducting psychological assessments, compiling high-quality medico-legal reports, and providing expert testimony when required. You will work closely with attorneys, earnings specialists, and other professionals to support accurate and fair outcomes in the medico-legal process.

Minimum Requirements

Master's Degree in Industrial/Organisational Psychology Registered with the

HPCSA

as an

Industrial Psychologist

1-3 years' post-registration experience (open to earlier-career professionals with relevant experience)

Key Responsibilities

Conduct psychological and psychometric assessments of clients. Formulate evidence-based conclusions regarding future career potential and work capacity. Compile professional medico-legal reports aligned with ethical and legal standards. Ensure reports are accurate, credible, unbiased, and delivered on time. Consult with legal representatives and clients (telephonically or in person). Draft joint minutes with fellow experts, including for previously issued reports. Provide expert testimony in court as required. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal developments relevant to Industrial Psychology. Build and maintain professional relationships with attorneys and relevant specialists. Contribute to process improvements, report design, and internal systems. Guide and train internal and external stakeholders as needed. Uphold professional and ethical standards, avoiding groupthink and ensuring independence of opinion.

Business and Industry Knowledge

Understanding of medico-legal assessments and reporting standards Familiarity with expert testimony and legal procedures Strong professional writing and communication skills Effective file and document management skills Knowledge of psychometric testing and labour market trends (advantageous) Familiarity with SA labour law in psychological assessments (advantageous) Experience working in multidisciplinary teams

Personal Attributes

Detail-oriented and committed to delivering accurate, high-quality work Ethical and impartial with strong professional judgment Confident and articulate communicator, including in courtroom settings Analytical thinker with strong reasoning and problem-solving skills Calm under pressure, adaptable, and proactive Team-oriented and willing to mentor others * Organised and deadline-driven