Key Responsibilities
HR Compliance Governance
- Lead and oversee end-to-end HR compliance framework across the organization
- Ensure adherence to all applicable labor laws and statutory regulations (CLRA, Shops & Establishments, Factories Act, PF, ESI, PT, Gratuity, Bonus, TDS, etc.)
- Interpret regulatory changes and translate them into actionable HR policies and processes
Statutory & Regulatory Management
- Ensure timely statutory filings, returns, challans, and registrations
- Oversee compliance for employee lifecycle events (onboarding, payroll, exits, contractors)
- Manage compliance for outsourced staff, vendors, and third‑party payrolls
Audits, Inspections & Risk Management
- Lead internal and external HR compliance audits
- Represent the organization during labor inspections and regulatory inquiries
- Identify compliance risks and implement corrective and preventive actions
Policy & Documentation
- Draft, review, and update HR policies, SOPs, and statutory registers
- Ensure proper maintenance of records, licenses, and employee documentation
- Drive standardization of compliance practices across locations
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Partner with Legal, Finance, Payroll, HR Ops, and business leaders
- Advise senior management on compliance risks and mitigation strategies
- Coordinate with consultants, labor authorities, and external auditors
Team Leadership & Capability Building
- Review team outputs for accuracy and regulatory adherence
- Lead, mentor, and develop the HR compliance team
- Build compliance awareness across HR and business teams
Technology & Process Improvement
- Leverage HRIS and compliance tools for automation and tracking
- Improve compliance dashboards, MIS, and reporting
- Drive process efficiencies and reduce compliance gaps
Required Qualifications
- MBA / Master’s degree in HR, Labor Law, or related discipline
- 8–14+ years of experience in HR Compliance / Industrial Relations
- Strong experience in BFSI / NBFC / Manufacturing / Large Corporate setups
- In-depth knowledge of labor laws and statutory compliance
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience handling multi-state or pan‑India compliance
- Exposure to labor litigation and inspections
- Familiarity with HRIS and compliance automation tools
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulatory frameworks
- Risk assessment and problem‑solving
- Stakeholder influence and leadership communication
- Attention to detail and documentation excellence
- Integrity and confidentiality
Success Measures
Zero or minimal compliance violations and penalties