Assistant Manager - Industrial Relations

Mahindra And Mahindra Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra And Mahindra Limited is seeking an Assistant Manager - IR in Bengaluru to oversee industrial relations, ER/employee matters, and compliance with labour laws. The role includes managing union negotiations, payroll-related oversight, and attendance processes.

The incumbent will coordinate with factory management, ensure statutory compliance, administer apprentice engagement, and handle end-to-end onboarding, settlements, and employee data in SAP HR/Payroll.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in employee and union negotiations.
• Strong knowledge of labour laws and factory statutory requirements.
• Experience drafting formal correspondence and liaising with authorities.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in Kannada.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee and contract workforce insurance administration and related compliance.
• Oversee contract workforce management, including operator training and skill development initiatives.
• Handle end-to-end attendance management and payroll processing.
• Manage SAP HR and Payroll modules for employee data and payroll administration.
• Ensure compliance with factory statutory requirements and applicable labour laws.
• Monitor PF and ESI compliance activities.
• Manage onboarding, induction, separation, and settlements.
• Handle union negotiations, grievance management, disciplinary actions, and industrial relations matters.
• Administer apprentice engagement and compliance under Apprentices Act.

Skills

Union negotiations

Labour laws

Industrial relations

Kannada language

Education

MSW

MBA

Tools

SAP HR/Payroll

Job description

Assistant Manager - IR

• Manage employee and contract workforce insurance administration and related compliance.
• Oversee contract workforce management, including operator training and skill development initiatives.
• Handle end-to-end attendance management and payroll processing.
• Manage and maintain SAP HR and Payroll modules for effective employee data and payroll administration.
• Ensure compliance with factory statutory requirements and applicable labour laws.
• Monitor and coordinate monthly Provident Fund (PF) and Employee State Insurance (ESI) compliance activities.
• Manage employee onboarding, induction, separation, and full-and-final settlement processes.
• Handle union negotiations, grievance management, disciplinary actions, and industrial relations matters.
• Administer apprentice engagement and compliance in accordance with the Apprentices Act and related regulations.

Experience 6 to 10 yrs.

Industry Preferred Qualifications

• MSW / MBA

General Requirements

• Proven experience in employee and union negotiations, with exposure to collective bargaining and industrial relations matters.
• Strong knowledge of labour laws, factory statutory requirements, and compliance regulations.
• Effective written communication skills, with experience in drafting formal correspondence and liaising with government departments and regulatory authorities.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in Kannada is mandatory.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Mahindra and Mahindra Limited, we believe that diversity drives innovation, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to cultivating a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, caste, race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender identity, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, educational background, marital or domestic partnership status, pregnancy or childbirth, veteran status, citizenship status, ancestry, financial status, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law. We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our teams. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all applicants. Together, we rise by embracing differences and building a future that reflects the communities we serve.

Experience Level Mid Level