Adv. Jan Harm Steenkamp (Mhrp)
About Adv. Jan Harm Steenkamp (Mhrp)
Adv. Jan Harm Steenkamp is a Senior Manager of Employment Law and Compliance for the EMEA region at Atlas, with a background in human resources and legal management. He has held various roles in the legal and HR sectors, including significant positions at SEESA Labour and Esor Construction, and has earned multiple accolades for his contributions to the field.
Work at Atlas
Adv. Jan Harm Steenkamp serves as the Senior Manager of Employment Law and Compliance for the EMEA region at Atlas. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's legal and compliance frameworks across multiple jurisdictions. His role involves overseeing employment law matters, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and providing legal guidance to the organization.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to joining Atlas, Jan Harm Steenkamp worked at Esor Construction as the Group Human Resources & Legal Manager from 2014 to 2020. In this role, he was instrumental in the restructuring and amalgamation of Esor Ltd into a cohesive group of companies. Before that, he served as an Employee Relations Specialist at SEESA Labour from 2011 to 2014, where he focused on employee relations issues. His early career included a position as a Candidate Attorney at Symington & De Kok Attorneys in 2010.
Education and Expertise
Jan Harm Steenkamp has a solid educational background in law and human resources. He obtained his Bachelor of Laws from the University of the Free State. He furthered his studies at Stellenbosch Business School, completing the Executive Human Resources Programme in 2009, and has also achieved an Occupational Health and Safety Short Course from the University of Cape Town since 2014.
Professional Recognition
In 2013, Jan Harm Steenkamp was awarded the Legal Advisor of the Year at his company, recognizing his contributions to the legal field. He was also selected as a top 5 finalist in the Standard Bank Rising Star Awards in the Construction & Engineering category in 2017, highlighting his impact within the industry.
Legal Qualifications
Jan Harm Steenkamp was admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of South Africa in April 2018. This qualification underscores his expertise in legal matters and his commitment to upholding the law in his professional endeavors.