Manager - Labour Law & Employment

Role & responsibilities

• Act as the lead legal advisor

  for labour and employment  for cross-functional teams, including operations, finance, marketing, and HR. Your guidance will be essential in aligning business objectives with legal integrity. Stay ahead of legal changes/laws, to

  proactively mitigate risk

  and guide internal teams toward full compliance.

• Enforce compliance

  by drafting and negotiating labor and employment contracts that adhere to all legal and regulatory mandates. You will

  lead negotiations

  with internal/external parties to secure favorable terms for the company.

• Manage and resolve

  employment disputes and investigations and law related matters/cases

• Identify and eliminate legal risks

   related to labour and employment across business operations and contracts. Develop and implement robust risk management strategies to

  shield the company from liability

  .

• Implement a centralized contract management system

  and

  enforce strict processes

  for the entire contract lifecycle. You will be accountable for tracking obligations and critical dates to ensure zero lapses.

• Conduct and lead complex legal research

  to inform strategic business decisions.

• Drive legal automation

  initiatives to significantly streamline and automate a high volume of contracts.

• Draft and review policies and controls

  related to labour and employment
• You must be a

  strategic business partner

  who enables growth while rigorously managing legal exposure. Your role is to

  command the llabour and employment egal function

  , establishing strong internal and external relationships to ensure uncompromising legal and ethical standards are met. You will also be responsible for

  developing and delivering targeted legal training

  to various departments. This position demands a

  tough, results-oriented legal professional

  with a proven track record in labour and employment and risk mitigation.

Preferred candidate profile

• LLB/LLM with 6-10 years of Experience in Labour Law and Employment.
• First and foremost, you must have

  deep, specialized knowledge of labor and employment law.

  Your ability to interpret and apply these complex laws is non-negotiable. It's the core competency that allows you to provide sound legal advice and protect the company from legal challenges.

• Strategic Acumen

• To success in this role requires more than just knowing the law. You must be a

  proactive risk manager

  . This means you can identify potential legal vulnerabilities in business operations before they become problems. You'll need to develop and implement strategies that not only ensure compliance but also align with the company's business goals. This strategic mindset allows you to be a valuable business partner, not just a legal gatekeeper.

• Interpersonal Skills

• This is not a solitary role. You must be an

  effective communicator and negotiator

  . You'll need to work closely with HR, operations, and senior leadership, translating complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance. Your ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders is crucial for driving legal compliance and resolving disputes effectively. You should be able to navigate difficult conversations with confidence.

• Very Good Communication Skills