Job Description

:The Employee Relations Lead will be responsible for managing employee relations strategies, ensuring compliance with India-specific employment laws, conducting investigations, advising leadership on labor regulations and providing legal guidance on employee relations matters.This role requires a blend of legal expertise and HR leadership to drive employee relations excellence while ensuring full compliance with Indiaxe2x80x99s labor laws.Key Roles & Responsibilities:

• Serve as the subject matter expert on Indian labor laws, including the Industrial Disputes Act, Shops & Establishments Act, Contract Labor Act, and POSH Act.

• Provide legal guidance and interpretation of employment laws to HR, business leaders, and internal stakeholders to mitigate risks.

• Lead and oversee employee grievance handling, conflict resolution, and workplace investigations, ensuring compliance with legal and company policies.

• Collaborate with legal teams, compliance, and external counsel to address litigation, regulatory challenges, and workplace disputes.

• Design and implement employee relations policies and frameworks that align with both legal requirements and business needs.

• Provide training and awareness programs for HR and managers on employment law, disciplinary actions, and workplace ethics.

1. LLB (Bachelor of Law) / LLM (Master of Law) with specialization in Labor Laws, Employment Law, or Industrial Relations.2. Masterxe2x80x99s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or Business Administration (preferred).

• 12-18 years of experience in Employee Relations, Employment Law Advisory, Industrial Relations, or HR Compliance in a large-scale organization.

• Strong expertise in Indiaxe2x80x99s labor laws and legal frameworks, with hands-on experience in handling disciplinary actions, workplace disputes, and statutory compliance.

• Strong legal acumen with the ability to interpret and apply employment laws effectively.

• Excellent conflict resolution and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage sensitive employee issues.

• High ethical standards and integrity in handling workplace matters.

• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities, especially in crisis situations.

• Effective communication and stakeholder management, particularly when advising senior leadership.

• In-depth knowledge of Indian labor laws, industrial relations, and statutory compliance.

• Proficiency in HR case management systems and compliance tracking tools.

• Experience in preparing legal reports, risk assessments, and policy documents.

• Ability to conduct labor law audits and ensure statutory compliance.

Key Competencies:

• Legal & Compliance Expertise xe2x80x93 Strong command of labor laws and employment regulations in India.

• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making xe2x80x93 Ability to assess risks and resolve complex employee relations issues.

• Stakeholder Management xe2x80x93 Effective collaboration with legal, HR, and business leadership.

• Crisis & Risk Management xe2x80x93 Expertise in handling high-stakes employee disputes and legal matters.

• Workplace Investigations & Mediation xe2x80x93 Ensuring fair, unbiased, and legally sound resolution of workplace conflicts.

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