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 India’s 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.
• LLB (Bachelor of Law) / LLM (Master of Law) with specialization in Labor Laws, Employment Law, or Industrial Relations.
• Master’s 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 India’s 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 – Strong command of labor laws and employment regulations in India.
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making – Ability to assess risks and resolve complex employee relations issues.
• Stakeholder Management – Effective collaboration with legal, HR, and business leadership.
• Crisis & Risk Management – Expertise in handling high-stakes employee disputes and legal matters.
• Workplace Investigations & Mediation – Ensuring fair, unbiased, and legally sound resolution of workplace conflicts.