HR Compliance Officer

Key responsibilities

Compliance & Legal Adherence:

• Ensure compliance with labor laws, employment regulations, and industry standards.
• Monitor and implement changes in labor laws, statutory requirements, and HR policies.
• Conduct internal HR audits to ensure adherence to legal and company policies.
• Manage statutory compliance, including PF, ESI, gratuity, and labor welfare fund contributions.
• Oversee POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) compliance and facilitate awareness programs.

Policy Development & Implementation:

• Develop and update HR policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Ensure proper documentation and communication of policies to employees.
• Support HR teams in implementing best compliance practices across departments.

Employee Relations & Risk Management:

• Address employee grievances related to workplace policies and compliance issues.
• Handle legal notices, labor inspections, and liaison with government authorities as needed.
• Conduct compliance training sessions for HR teams and employees.
• Investigate workplace issues, ensuring legal and ethical resolutions.

Record Keeping & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records related to compliance, audits, and HR policies.
• Prepare and submit compliance reports to management and regulatory bodies.
• Assist in payroll compliance, taxation, and benefits administration.

Key skills required:

• Bachelor's/Masters degree in HR.
• 3-5 + years of experience in HR compliance, Karnataka labor laws, and statutory regulations.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, including PF, ESI, minimum wages, gratuity, and labor codes.
• Experience handling labor audits, inspections, and legal compliance matters.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills:

• Certification in HR Compliance or Labor Law is a plus.
• Experience working in the manufacturing OR real estate sector.
• Proficiency in HRMS and compliance management tools.