AGM - Employee Relations

JOB PURPOSE

COE - TM

ORGANISATION CHART

• The position reports directly to the

  COE Head - Employee Relations

  .

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

ER Policy Implementation & Compliance

• Collaboration with BHR

  : Work with Business HR (BHR) to implement Employee Relations (ER) policies, ensuring compliance with labor laws and promoting fair treatment of employees.

• Legal & Compliance Support

  : Advise BHR on employee relations issues, ensuring alignment with organizational values and legal requirements.

• Risk Mitigation

  : Collaborate with BHR, Legal & Compliance, and the ER team to identify and mitigate legal, regulatory, and reputational risks.

• Disciplinary Action

  : Assist in managing and conducting domestic inquiries and taking appropriate disciplinary actions, ensuring the legality and operational impact are fully considered.

• Advisory Support

  : Provide proactive advice on a range of employee relations issues, including the interpretation of employment policies and practices.

• Direct ER Case Management

  : Lead and manage ER cases from initiation through resolution, working closely with employees, business managers, and leaders to execute procedural steps in line with company policies.

• Labor Law Adherence

  : Ensure the company adheres to all relevant labor laws, regulations, and standards in employee relations and workplace practices.

• Statutory Audits

  : Conduct regular statutory audits to identify compliance gaps.

• Case Management System

  : Implement an efficient ER case management system, planning and taking action at each case stage.

• External Legal Coordination

  : Work with external legal counsel and attend hearings for crucial labor cases, planning strategies to protect the organization's interests.

• Risk Assessment & Action Plans

  : Proactively identify risks and develop action plans to address them.

Training and Education

• Employee Relations Training

  : Provide guidance, training, and education to BHR on Indian employment laws and regulations, including the

  Industrial Dispute Act

  ,

  The Shop & Establishment Act

  , and

  Social Security Acts

  .

• Training Design & Delivery

  : Assist in designing and delivering training to managers, employees, and HR partners on relevant ER topics.

Communication

• Internal Communication

  : Facilitate communication between management, employees, and external stakeholders on industrial relations matters.

• ER Strategy Execution

  : Support BHR in defining and executing the ER strategy, ensuring alignment with GMR's organizational objectives and culture.

• Policy Interpretation & Communication

  : Interpret, communicate, and maintain ER policies, processes, and training, ensuring they are up-to-date and fit for purpose.

EXTERNAL INTERACTIONS

• Government Statutory Authorities

  : Central and State authorities such as CLC, Dy CLC, LEO, EPFO & ESIC officials, Labour and Wage Board members.

• External Legal Advisers

  : Legal advisers, law firms, external auditors, and consultants.

INTERNAL INTERACTIONS

• Senior Business Leaders

  : Close interaction with senior business leaders for strategic alignment and decision-making.

• HR Teams

  : Collaboration with HR members in various business units and shared service teams.

• Other Departments

  : Coordination with other departments and internal stakeholders, including employees and business ER resources.

FINANCIAL DIMENSIONS

• Cost Analysis

  : Analyze the financial impact of labor relations strategies, policies, and decisions on the organization's bottom line, including the costs associated with disputes or labor actions.

• Risk Mitigation

  : Identify financial risks related to non-compliance, legal issues, or employee dissatisfaction and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• Required

  : MBA or MSW (Master of Social Work).

• Preferred

  : Law Graduate with strong knowledge in

  Compliance

  ,

  Regulatory

  , and

  Litigation

  .

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

• Around

  15 years of experience

  in similar roles, preferably from the manufacturing industry, with extensive exposure to employee relations, compliance, and risk mitigation.

COMPETENCIES

• Networking
• Personal Effectiveness
• Teamwork & Interpersonal Influence
• Stakeholder Focus
• Entrepreneurship
• Capability Building
• Social Awareness
• Planning & Decision Making
• Execution & Results
• Strategic Orientation
• Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking