Employee Relations and Compliance Specialist

Job Description

Employee Relations (ER) and Compliance Specialist Location: Bangalore, India Experience: 5 to 8 years Job Overview: Microland is looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Employee Relations (ER) and Compliance Specialist to join our HR team in Bangalore . This role is responsible for managing employee relations cases, ensuring statutory and organizational compliance, conducting HR audits, and driving policy governance. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of Indian labor laws, investigation protocols, and HR compliance frameworks, with the ability to represent the company in external audits. Key Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for Employee Relations matters, including grievance handling, disciplinary issues, and conflict resolution. Conduct fair, timely, and well-documented internal investigations into employee complaints, policy violations, and workplace misconduct. Draft, review, and regularly update HR policies, employment contracts, and the Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with legal and company standards. Ensure 100% compliance with statutory requirements (PF, ESI, Shops & Establishment Act, POSH, etc.) and support governance through documentation and tracking. Conduct internal HR audits to assess policy compliance and proactively identify areas of risk or improvement. Represent Microland in external HR audits conducted by clients, statutory bodies, or certifying agencies, ensuring all requirements are met with accuracy and professionalism. Stay abreast of changes in labor and employment law; interpret and implement changes into HR processes and documentation. Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and Business Leaders to strengthen governance frameworks and policy adherence. Lead employee and manager training sessions on ER practices, compliance protocols, and statutory awareness. Maintain meticulous records and reporting dashboards for ER case management, investigations, and audit readiness. Exposure to Global Compliances applicable for US & EMEA is preferred Has experience working with Compliance vendors and partners, and Legal teams for compliance and ER requirements Key Requirements: Masters degree in Human Resources or Labour Law is preferred. 5 to 8 years of progressive experience in Employee Relations and HR Compliance. Strong knowledge of Indian labor laws and statutory regulations; global compliance exposure is a plus. Experience in conducting investigations and managing sensitive employee matters with discretion and integrity. Prior experience conducting internal HR audits and participating in external audit processes. Excellent documentation, policy drafting, and report-writing skills. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills; ability to work collaboratively across teams. Process-driven, with a high degree of attention to detail and organizational governance.