Job Description

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
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.