Manager – Industrial Relations

Bridge Et Al.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,700,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridge Et Al. in Dehradun (India) is seeking a seasoned Manager - Industrial Relations to oversee end-to-end ER/IR at the manufacturing site.

You will ensure statutory compliance, manage labor relations, address grievances, and partner with internal and external stakeholders to maintain a compliant, productive workplace. The role requires 10–15 years of IR/ER experience in manufacturing, deep knowledge of Indian labour laws, and the ability to drive governance, policy, and audits across the

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in HR/IR or related field is required.
• 10–15 years of experience in Industrial Relations and Employee Relations, with manufacturing exposure.
• Expertise in Indian labour laws and statutory compliances (Factories Act, Industrial Disputes Act, Contract Labour Act, PF, ESI, Gratuity, Bonus).
• Experience handling labour inspections, statutory audits, grievances, and disciplinary proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure complete statutory and legal compliance for the manufacturing location, including PF, ESI, Gratuity, Bonus, and other acts.
• Support disciplinary actions, domestic enquiries, and grievance redressal with Legal Head and external counsel.
• Act as escalation point for complex employee issues and maintain proper documentation.
• Develop, review, and implement ER & IR policies, SOPs and governance frameworks, ensuring consistent application of rules and procedures.

Skills

Labor relations

Employee relations

Statutory compliance

Policy development

Stakeholder management

Discipline handling

Education

Master’s degree in HR/IR or related field

Bachelor’s degree required

Job description

Location: Selaqui, Dehradun (India)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Industry

Industry: Medical devices and healthcare technology company

Role Overview

We are looking for a Manager - Industrial Relations who will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end industrial relations and employee relations activities at the manufacturing location. The client has two manufacturing plants with a workforce of 400+ employees. The role requires ensuring full statutory compliance, managing labor relations, handling employee grievances and disciplinary processes, and partnering with internal and external stakeholders to maintain a stable, compliant, and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Statutory & Legal Compliance
  • Ensure complete compliance with applicable labor laws and statutory requirements.
  • Manage compliances related to PF, ESI, Gratuity, Bonus, Professional Tax, Shops & Establishment Act, Contract Labour Act, etc.
  • Handle labor inspections, statutory notices, audits, and filings.
  • Track amendments in labor laws and ensure timely implementation.
• 2. Legal & Industrial Relations
  • Support disciplinary actions, domestic enquiries, and grievance redressal mechanisms.
  • Draft and review legal notices and responses in coordination with the Legal Head and external legal counsel.
  • Liaise with government authorities and labor departments.
• 3. Employee Relations & Escalation Handling
  • Act as the escalation point for complex and sensitive employee issues.
  • Conduct employee counselling, conflict resolution, and maintain proper documentation.
• 4. Policy & Governance – ER & IR
  • Develop, review, and implement ER & IR policies, SOPs, and governance frameworks.
  • Ensure consistent application of company rules and disciplinary procedures.
  • Support audit readiness, compliance reviews, and document control.

Education Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Labour Welfare, Personnel Management, or Social Work (MSW) from a recognized university; bachelor’s degree is mandatory.
• 10–15 years of experience in Industrial Relations and Employee Relations, with significant exposure to manufacturing or factory-based operations.
• Proven expertise in Indian labour laws and statutory compliances, including Factories Act, Industrial Disputes Act, Contract Labour Act, PF, ESI, Gratuity, and Bonus.
• Experience handling labour inspections, statutory audits, domestic enquiries, grievance redressal, and disciplinary proceedings.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive employee issues, conduct counselling, and resolve conflicts with fairness and discretion.
• Effective stakeholder management skills, including liaison with government authorities, labour departments, external legal counsel, and internal leadership teams.

Compensation

Upto 20 Lakhs per annum